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Shape & Mold: Riding lessons from a bird dog
You know how sometimes you hear or experience something at just the right time in your journey and all of a sudden the universe gets a...
On Course Equine Nutrition
Jan 31, 20243 min read
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The Cost of Feeding Horses in 2024: California vs Montana
Comparing average daily costs of feeding horses between Montana and California. Do you want to know?
On Course Equine Nutrition
Jan 22, 20246 min read
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Feeding the Husband Horse
I'm keeping the "husband horse card" in my back pocket until I find the cutest, sanest little blue roan Quarter Horse mare to pack me...
On Course Equine Nutrition
Dec 24, 20233 min read
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Why are we feeding so many supplements?
A list of emotional, situational, and social reasons why we let our horse's supplements get out of control!
On Course Equine Nutrition
Dec 20, 20234 min read
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Algae Supplements for Chronic Respiratory Disease? A Comparison
Algal DHA and spirulina are becoming popular ingredients in horse supplements with many claims. Let's compare your options!
On Course Equine Nutrition
Dec 4, 202311 min read
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Article Worth Reading: "Beyond Low Carb/Low Starch- Choosing Hay for Weight Management"
One of my favorite slow feed devices to recommend is the Hay Pillow by The Hay Pillow, Inc. I finally bought two myself and clipped them...
On Course Equine Nutrition
Nov 21, 20231 min read
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How to Transition to a New Feed Program
In this article, we discuss rate of change, rough rules of thumb, and easier ways to think about converting your horse from an old feed...
On Course Equine Nutrition
Nov 13, 20235 min read
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Picky Horse Pandemic: 5 Steps to Get Your Horse Eating What You Buy Them
Five steps to get your picky eater enjoying what you buy him!
On Course Equine Nutrition
Nov 5, 20234 min read
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REPOST: The Seven Sins of Selling Horses
Several of my friends have sold or are in the process of selling horses right now, and I've spent time commiserating with them about how...
On Course Equine Nutrition
Oct 30, 20236 min read
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Trick or Treat: A Comparison of Horse Treat Ingredients, Cost, & Marketing Claims
A comparison of enriched horse treats; cost, ingredients, and marketing claims.
On Course Equine Nutrition
Oct 24, 202310 min read
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The Golden Rule of Blanketing Horses and Other Tips from a Real Expert
I dropped off a pile of horse blankets this week with a professional for cleaning, water proofing and repair, and I had the most...
On Course Equine Nutrition
Oct 17, 20237 min read
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The Teff Hay Trap
A friendly reminder from a teff hay researcher to test your teff and do NOT assume!
On Course Equine Nutrition
Oct 9, 20234 min read
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Stella's Story & My Thoughts on Euthanasia
It's been a tough year. The only animal who hasn't needed a vet visit in the last nine months is the cat, Shoyu. Infected wounds,...
On Course Equine Nutrition
Sep 12, 20239 min read
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7 Reasons Why I HATE Beet Pulp!
You're going to have to read below for the long list of reasons why, but in short, beet pulp is probably not what you think it is.
On Course Equine Nutrition
Aug 28, 20239 min read
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To Use or Not to Use Feed Through Fly Control?
Feed through fly control could be a great, meaningful management decision for your farm. Read more...
On Course Equine Nutrition
Aug 21, 20236 min read
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Take a Look at the 2023 Guest Lecture Lineup and Register!
TOPICS How to interpret a forage test How to buy horse hay during high prices Strengthening the horse through the gut Protecting the...
On Course Equine Nutrition
Aug 7, 20232 min read
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REPOST 10 Tips for Keeping Horses Comfortable in 100° Temperatures
How do we help our horses to be more comfortable (I'm assuming no one reading this has air conditioned barns) in the summer heat and how...
On Course Equine Nutrition
Jul 31, 20235 min read
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Defining the Trace Mineral Supplement Category?
The OCEN Fortified Four include complete feeds, performance feeds, ration balancers, and trace mineral supplements. We're finishing our...
On Course Equine Nutrition
Jun 1, 20236 min read
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What is a Ration Balancer?
This week I'll be breaking down what I call the "Fortified Four" into a series of short articles. The OCEN Fortified Four include...
On Course Equine Nutrition
May 26, 20234 min read
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Performance Feeds: Pick Your Preference!
This week I'll be breaking down what I call the "Fortified Four" into a series of short articles. The OCEN Fortified Four include...
On Course Equine Nutrition
May 24, 20237 min read
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