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SCRUB: The story of science creating real understanding of biosecurity
Dr. Besty Greene and Dr. Kris Hiney, share the story of how they designed and created fun educational curriculum to drive home the importance of biosecurity. If you are a 4-H or youth club leader, ag teacher, or anyone involved with education, this one's for you!
Equine Infectious Anemia: The Story of staying on the right side of the law
Dr. Beth Ruby, staff veterinarian at the Oklahoma Dept of Ag, and Director of Avian and Equine Health, covers why it is so important to have horses tested for Equine Infectious Anemia. We clear up some laws and share what might be different from state to state. And...
Mud Matters: The story of how wet dirt can lead to big trouble for horses
Robyn Stewart, Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent for the University of Georgia shares why mud can be a big deal for horses. Not an inevitable part of spring, prolonged periods of standing in mud can cause significant health issues for horses. We talk thrush,...
Extinguishing Heat Stress for the Horse and Rider
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Stallion Behavior and Handling
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Are All Supplements for Hores Safe?
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Why Forages?
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Ration Balancers: The story of how very little feed can go a long way
Dr. Carey Williams, Rutgers University, and Dr. Nettie Liburt, Buckeye Nutrition, explain the purpose and concept behind ration balancers. This mighty little feed might just be the solution you are looking for. For pastured horses, overweight horses, and even growing...
Blanket Science: The story of really knowing if they work!
Dr. Michelle DeBoer, first time guest to the program, and assistant professor at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls shares the data she has collected on the effects of blanketing on hay intake, body weight and hair length. We also discuss the age old question -...
Musical Freestyle: The story of dancing with horses
In this episode we visit with, Ruth Hogan-Poulsen, coach, trainer and choreographer for horses! We discuss musical freestyle or setting dressage to music. Horses of all levels can now compete in this fun toe tapping event, even the western horses. Ruth also shares how...
Knowing Normal: The Story of practicing observation before you need it
Dr. Betsy Greene, University of Arizona, and Dr. Sara Mastellar, Ohio State ATI, remind horse owners the importance of knowing normal data on your horse, and practicing your observation skills. They discuss health checks from head to tail. Plus we learn a fun word of...
Veterinary Behavior: The Story of when your horse needs more help
Dr. Leticia Fanucchi, DVM, PhD, a veterinary behavior service clinician, at Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine, explains what exactly a behaviorist is, and when your horse may need to see one! Often associated more with companion animals,...
Showmanship Etiquette
Showmanship Etiquette: Part 1Showmanship Etiquette: Part 2Showmanship Etiquette: Part 3Related Resources View other Horse Instructional Videos
Horse Owner Survival Video Series
Horse Owner Survival: Emergency First AidHorse Owner Survival: Horse BehaviorHorse Owner Survival: Catching, Leading & Tying a HorseHorse Owner Survival:Grooming & Stall Maintenance,Horse Owner Survival: Feeding Horses,Related Resources View other Horse...
Horsin Around 2010
Buying an All-Around HorseEvaluating A Horse for Performance,Can This Horse Do What it Needs to Do? Evaluating Movement & ManeuversRaising Your Showmanship Score: Common Mistakes in ShowmanshipRaising Your Showmanship Score :Completing & Evaluating a...
Grooming For Success
The Grooming for Success video series will walk you through how to properly groom your horse for its well being and success. Grooming for Success: Grooming Your Horse Grooming for Success: Horse Tail Care Grooming for Success: Cleaning Your...
Developing Horsemanship Hands and Seat
In this video, Kathy Anderson explains certain drills that riders can do to develop the desired horsemanship hands and seat for both english and western disciplines. Introduction Western Drills at a Walk Western Drills at the Jog Western...
The How To of Knot Tying
Knowing how to safely tie your horse can prevent many accidents. This instructional video will demonstrate several different knots that you can use to tie your horse safely.The How To of Knot Tying is presented by Howard Cormier, Vermillion Parish County Extension...
Horse Owner Survival Video Series
Emergency First Aid Catching, Tying and Leading Horse Behavior Grooming and Stall Maintenance Feeding Horses You can also view other horse videos on our eXHorses YouTube Channel.
Equine Helmet Safety: Every Time…Every Ride
Over 60% of all horse related deaths involve head injuries. Many of these could be prevented simply by wearing an SEI* certified helmet. Narrated by William Shatner, this professionally produced educational video demonstrates the need for SEI protective headgear....