By understanding life from the horse's point of view, you can learn to anticipate and safely react to your horse's...
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Craig H. Wood
As Interim Assistant Director of Extension for Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Horticulture, Craig provides...
Horse Judging Basics
Horse Judging Basics: Teams and Judges This self-directed course is designed to teach new coaches, judges, and judging...
How do I know if my 3 week old foal is getting enough milk from the mare and how soon can I feed it?
If the foal looks healthy, bright and active, then it is probably getting adequate nutrition. If a foal is not getting...
Which type of salt lick is better for horses, rock salt or brine?
Regular (white) salt or rock salt is best for horses. Many people use a mineral block; however, the amount of block...
New Reproductive Technologies for Horse Breeding Programs
With the advancement of equine reproductive technologies, horse owners have been given more options in their breeding...
Stages of Horse Parturition
Stage I Parturition is typically broken down into three stages. Stage I, normally lasting 1 to 4 hours, reflects the...
Recordkeeping for Horse Breeding Activities
Accurate record keeping is essential in managing a horse breeding program. Records are needed for breeding management,...
Standing a Stallion to the Public
Standing a stallion can be profitable and rewarding to a stallion owner. The stallion owner can eliminate many...
The Mare: Breeding Soundness Examination and Reproductive Anatomy
A complete breeding soundness exam of a mare in an equine breeding program is important. The type, number and...
Understanding Reproductive Physiology and Anatomy of the Mare
A working knowledge of the mare’s reproductive anatomy and physiology is essential in a horse breeding program. This...
Weaning and Management of Weanling Horses
Management of weanlings and the weaning process can be complex and challenging. This article provides recommendations...