by Cynthia McFarland, courtesy of Farnam’s Stable Talk There are thousands of species of flies in the United States. While only a select number of these species are common nuisances, the disruptions they cause to
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Category: Parasites & Pests
West Nile Virus in Horses
courtesy of Kansas State University West Nile virus (WNV) was first recognized in the United States in New York in 1999. WNV is considered an endemic (permanent) disease of the United States. West Nile virus
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Mosquitoes Undeterred by Drought – 4 Tips to Protect Your Horse
An entomologist and veterinarian discuss the unremitting mosquito provided by Valley Vet Supply While much of the Western half of the United States endures near historic drought levels, one might anticipate this year’s mosquito season
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Natural Fly Control: Unleashing the Power of Botanicals & Essential Oils for Horses
courtesy of Farnam’s Stable Talk Today’s horse owners encounter a vast array of choices when shopping for fly spray. With so much emphasis on “green” in our world, it’s not surprising to find “natural” fly
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Give Your Horse Freedom from Flies This Season with Equiwinner
provided by Equiwinner™ The benefits never stop when electrolytes work properly Did you know? Electrolytes are involved in every physiological process in the horse’s body. They conduct electricity and manage all bodily fluids, among other
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Do Not Toss Yard Waste Over the Horse Fence
courtesy of Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences Yard waste “trimmings” can be toxic to livestock. The weather is warming up and it is the time of year when people prefer yard work to house
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Composting Horse Manure
courtesy of extension Composting horse manure is relatively simple but does involve more than simply piling the water. While many farms stockpile their manure, few truly compost. Composting is essentially managed decomposition. Managing the process
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The Modern Guide to Horse Deworming
courtesy of SmartPak A proper deworming program for adult horses should be designed for the entire herd, not just individual horses. Information is gathered from the individual horse, and parasite fecal egg counts are performed
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A Creepy-Crawly Threat to Horse Health
A rising tick population could cause problems for your horse. Tick populations have been increasing, and experts are predicting even higher than normal numbers in most areas of the country. Migratory birds and white-tailed deer
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Stay on Guard Against Ticks
courtesy of Stable Talk by Farnam The best times we spend with our horses take place outdoors. That means we need to be aware of potential health concerns, including the unpleasant fact that tick-borne disease
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