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As breeding and foaling season approaches, it is important for horse owners and managers to understand the normal progression of foaling.
The Educated Horseman Series provides science based information covering a variety of horse related topics and techniques including Health, Management, Disease, Facilities, and Equipment. (PDF Format Only)
Understanding the causes, presentation and preventive measures for pneumonia in fials is crucial for effective management.
The New World screwworm is a parasitic fly whose larvae feed on the living tissue of livestock, pets, wildlife and, in rare cases, humans.
Navicular syndrome or navicular disease is the cause for one-third of all chronic front-end lameness in horses.
Equine exertional rhabdomyolysis, often referred to as "tying-up," is a prevalent muscular disorder in horses characterized by reluctance to move, muscle pain,
Proper nutrition during a foal’s first year is essential for healthy growth and future athletic performance.
Louisiana’s climate, characterized by high humidity and frequent rainfall, often results in muddy conditions in horse pastures.
The horse is an athlete and conformation judging must relate to performance, or way of going, and the ability of the horse to stay sound as an athlete.
Louisiana's humid climate and frequent rain can lead to hoof issues that affect a horse's comfort, soundness, and performance.
Selecting hay in Louisiana involves considering nutrition, freshness, and climate, with options like bermudagrass, bahiagrass, alfalfa, and timothy.
A review of good equine nutrition practices featuring infromation of the horse digestive system and Body Condition Score (BCS).
Feeding a senior horse can be tricky and requires a more individualized approach to maintain an appropriate body condition score.
The Educated Horseman Series provides science based information covering a variety of horse related topics and techniques including Health, Management, Disease, Facilities, and Equipment.
Foals are susceptible to parasites, and while we are all deworming our horses based on fecal egg counts, this approach is not recommended for foals.
Horses: control of flies, mosquitoes, lice, ticks and bots. Livestock: horse flies, horn flies, mosquitoes, lice, ticks, cattle grubs, mites, and houseflies. Also includes recomendations for fire ant management around livestock premises and fly control.
Information regarding the management and care of horses with PSSM.
Useful information regarding safe practices for traveling with horses during warm weather.
Useful information regarding the treatment and prevention of insect bite hypersensitivity.
Commonly mistaken for a fungal disease, rain rot (dermatophilosis) is actually a bacterial infection caused by Dermatophilus congolensis.
Insects are not only a nuisance — they are also potential disease carriers. It is important to create a management plan.
Information regarding the updated equine deworming recommendations.
You can’t fully prepare for every disaster. But it’s your responsibility to care for your animals during these times. Create a plan before disaster strikes.
The Educated Horseman Series provides science based information covering a variety of horse related topics and techniques including Health, Management, Disease, Facilities, and Equipment.
Information addressing pasture management following a flood.
Information covering the cause and treatment options for equine Pythiosis.
This fact sheet provides information on returning the malnourished horse to appropriate body condition.
Fact sheet on Equine Infectious Anemia. Information about EIA transmission, diagnosis and Louisiana requirements.
Natural disasters are stressful for horses. Stress on horses can result in neurologic disorders.This fact sheet describes symptoms and possible causes.
Natural disasters are stressful for horses. This fact sheet has information about preparation horse owners need to take that will reduce stress for their horse
Insect bite hypersensitivity (IBH) is a common dermatological ailment in horses. This fact sheet describes causes, prevention and treatment options.
Vaccines protect horses from disease. This fact sheet lists core vaccines and suggested vaccination schedule for your horse.
Check the horse's vital signs regularly. Knowing your horse's normal resting vital signs are important indicators of health.
The Educated Horseman Series provides science based information covering a variety of horse related topics and techniques including Health, Management, Disease, Facilities, and Equipment.
The Educated Horseman Series provides science based information covering a variety of horse related topics.
Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) and Western equine encephalitis (WEE) virus infections occur in horses and other equids. Where does EEE come from? What's the best way to protect a horse? Find these answers and more. (PDF Format Only)
The Louisiana horse industry generated approximately $2.5 billion in economic activity in 2007 through racing, horse shows and recreational activites. (PDF format only)
DVD 1: Horse Training (1 hour and 20 minutes) covers philosophy of training; ground work exercises; techniques for gaining control of the head, shoulder and hip; basic maneuvers; and more. DVD 2: Rider Development (30 minutes) explains how to find the rhythm of the horse’s movement and influence the horse through balance and rhythm, as well as other useful information.
The Equine Water Quality Series informs horse owners and the technical specialists who work with them about the potential water-quality effects from horse farms and highlights several practical best management practices (BMPs) that can be used to reduce these effects. Bulletin topics include: horses and water quality, controlling stable runoff, rotational grazing for horses, pasture management, composting horse manure and soil stabilization options for horse owners.
Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) and Western equine encephalitis (WEE) virus infections occur in horses and other equids. Where does EEE come from? What's the best way to protect a horse? Find these answers and more. (PDF Format Only)
