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How to Use and Build Temporary Fencing

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This temporary fence incorporates small wood posts and half-inch poly tape to keep overweight horses off a lush hay field. It helps discourage wildlife too. Photo by Kim Roe

Portable, Short-Term Fences Help Manage Equine Properties It’s important to begin a discussion about temporary fencing by saying that this type of fence should only be used inside the perimeters of solid, safe, permanent fencing.  Temporary fencing is a good way to divide pastures quickly and easily. It’s a way …

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Horses For Heroes – 3 dates in May, June & July – Ramah, CO

Presenting three unique and complimentary event dates, led by Equine Psychotherapist: Lisa Dorner-Zupancic.Our Horses for Heroes program offers hands-on, interactive experiences designed specifically for military personnel seeking self-discovery, resilience, and well-being through the power of equine connection.Participants will engage in a variety of equine-assisted therapies, horsemanship activities, and mindfulness practices, …

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Media Barn – New in Books: The Illustrated Guide to Saddle Fitting

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Image Courtesy Trafalgar Square Books

An Easy Visual Reference to Insuring Health, Comfort, and Performance for You and Your Horse by  Beverly Harrison If horseback riders could do one thing that would save them money, ensure their horse’s health and performance, and help them ride better (and feel better afterward), it would be assuring that …

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Outbreak Alerts: March 24, 2025 – Rabies – Cass County, ND

Equine Rhinitis Virus-B

Source: State Veterinarian Number Confirmed: 1Facility Type: Veterinary Hospital Horse 1: Age: 1; Gender: Stallion; Breed: Quarter Horse (QH); Onset of Clinical Signs: 12/23/2024; Clinical Signs: Neurologic, excessive salivation; Confirmation Date: 1/6/2025; Horse Status: Deceased; Vaccination Status: Unvaccinated See past published Outbreak Alerts: www.coloradohorsesource.com/category/news/alerts Equine Disease Communication CenterUpdates on current disease outbreaks are listed on our EDCC website as they occur and will include the date listed, disease …

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Cornell’s Equine Seminar Series presents “Dental Care for the Senior Horse”

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Credit Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine

WHAT: Dr. Alexa Wright will discuss the anatomy, issues and care of horse teeth WHEN: Tuesday, March 18, 2025, 6:00-7:00 p.m. ET WHERE: Via Zoom; registration required: https://cornell.zoom.us/webinar/register/6217406294620/WN_gj5jYop8QKmq7YGUP8T3-g#/registration MEDIA: The event is free and open to the public. Media members are asked to RSVP to Len Johnson, [email protected] ITHACA, N.Y. – Dr. Alexa Wright will outline …

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Multiple Outbreak Alerts in TEXAS: February 26, 2025 – Equine Infectious Anemia

Equine Rhinitis Virus-B

Source: Texas Animal Health Commission General notes: Quarantines will not be released until TAHC’s requirements are met. TAHC staff work closely with the owners and local veterinarians to monitor potentially exposed horses and implement biosecurity measures   Burleson County, TX Number Confirmed: 2Number Suspected: UnknownNumber Exposed: UnknownNumber Euthanized: 2 Johnson County, TX Number Confirmed: 1Number …

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