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Nutritional Management for Horses
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Nutritional Management for Horses

This publication is intended to help the horse owner to understand the basics of a good horse feeding program so that it can be best decided which management regime will best suit individual situations. ...

Introduction to Housing for Horses
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Introduction to Housing for Horses

This publication reviews the basic needs of the horse and discusses the management considerations important to the horse's comfort and health that need to be met to keep your horse at your home, or board it elsewhere. Re...

Introduction to Horse Management
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Introduction to Horse Management

Owning a horse can be an incredibly rewarding experience. However, certain decisions must be made if you are going to be prepared for this undertaking. This publication will review the basic needs of the horse and discus...

Introduction to Horse Health
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Introduction to Horse Health

To keep your horse healthy, it is important to vaccinate it against certain diseases, deworm it regularly, and properly care for the teeth and feet. This publication provides information about vaccinations, parasite cont...

Estrus Detection in Farm Animals
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Estrus Detection in Farm Animals

Estrus or "heat" is a period during the reproductive cycle when female animals become sexually receptive, signaling they are ready for mating. This publication provides information about the estrous cycles for various an...

Economic Impact of the Equine Industry to Indiana
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Economic Impact of the Equine Industry to Indiana

The equine industry in Indiana has a very real impact on the economy. The more than 34,000 operations house 160,000 horses, generate 9,221 jobs, and generate more than $207 million in economic impact in the state of Indi...

Selecting The First Horse
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Selecting The First Horse

Provides information that will help you evaluate the criteria for selecting a horse for an enjoyable, safe, and affordable first experience with horse ownership. The publication covers expected use of the horse, soundnes...

Maximizing the Value of Pastures for Horses
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Maximizing the Value of Pastures for Horses

The purpose of this publication is to help horse owners get the most out of the time, effort, and money they are (or should be) putting into permanent pasture management. Discussed first are two basic pasture-planning de...

Laminitis Caused by Black Walnut Wood Residues
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Laminitis Caused by Black Walnut Wood Residues

Very small quantities of black walnut residue in horse bedding can result in laminitis. This publication discusses a growing problem in using horse bedding containing black walnut chips and strands....

Equine Respiratory Diseases
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Equine Respiratory Diseases

This publication describes common respiratory diseases and conditions in horses that often are seen during, or as a result of, exercise. Special attention is paid to Recurrent Airway Obstruction, Inflammatory Airway Dise...

Dust Management in Horse Facilities
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Dust Management in Horse Facilities

Poor air quality in barns and stables can cause respiratory problems in horses. This publication explains the dangers of dust, mold and other airborne irritants, and how to remove them from horse facilities. ...

Economic Impact of the Horse Racing and Breeding Industry to Indiana
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Economic Impact of the Horse Racing and Breeding Industry to Indiana

Horse racing and the industries that support it in Indiana employ about 10,000 people and contribute $733 million to the state's economy. This publication presents economic data on those industries from studies conducte...

Introduction to Body Scoring of Horses
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Introduction to Body Scoring of Horses

All horse owners want their horses to be healthy, to look good, and to be physically fit athletes. most have a sense that these three things are connected . But how? The purpose of this three-page publication is to es...

Is Horse-drawn Farming for You?
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Is Horse-drawn Farming for You?

This 6-page publication discusses points to consider in evaluating whether or not to incorporate horse-drawn farming in an agricultural operation. It includes an explanation of how to use the Purdue Horse-Drawn Farming R...

Animal Well-Being: Horses
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Animal Well-Being: Horses

Horses have been important to humans for millennia, and even those who have never ridden or even petted a horse care about their well-being. In this publication, a Purdue University professor discusses well-being fro...

What To Expect When: Your Mare is Expecting
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What To Expect When: Your Mare is Expecting

This publication, the first in a series by Purdue Veterinarians, discusses routine health care for mares successfully confirmed in foal. The average gestation length is about 340 days, and advice is given for what to exp...

Managing Prussic Acid in Sorghum
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Managing Prussic Acid in Sorghum

Prussic acid poisoning can be a concern if livestock consume freeze-damaged sorghum plants. This concern can be minimized if management strategies are utilized. This video discusses ways to manage sorghum so prussic acid...

Is Restraint with a Lip Twitch Aversive to Horses?
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Is Restraint with a Lip Twitch Aversive to Horses?

Using a twitch, especially on the upper lip, to restrain a horse is common. However, relatively little scientific evidence exists on whether it has a calming effect or is aversive to horses. In this publication, research...

Our First Horse:  Considerations Before You Buy
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Our First Horse: Considerations Before You Buy

Owning a horse can be a great joy for children and adults, but knowing what it takes is essential for a rewarding and enjoyable experience. Our First Horse: Considerations Before You Buy will help you answer ...

Understanding the Horse Trailer Rig: Steps for Transporting Horses Safely on the Highway
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Understanding the Horse Trailer Rig: Steps for Transporting Horses Safely on the Highway

This publication provides information about what it takes to safely attach a livestock trailer to a truck. It provides examples of maintenance issues you need address as part of "the rig." While we emphasize safely tr...

2020 Indiana 4-H Horse and Pony Handbook
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2020 Indiana 4-H Horse and Pony Handbook

This manual details the policies and class guidelines for exhibition of horses and ponies in the Indiana 4-H Program. It is the rulebook that governs classes at the Indiana State 4-H Horse Show and is provided to guid...

2020 Indiana 4-H Horse and Pony Handbook (PDF)
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2020 Indiana 4-H Horse and Pony Handbook (PDF)

This manual details the policies and class guidelines for exhibition of horses and ponies in the Indiana 4-H Program. It is the rulebook that governs classes at the Indiana State 4-H Horse Show and is provided to guid...

Equine Body Condition Scoring Poster (10/pkg)
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Equine Body Condition Scoring Poster (10/pkg)

This color 11x17 poster shows nine different horses of varying body conditions that owners/handlers can use as a comparison for determining the body condition of their horses. Descriptions of each body type are provided ...

Horse Judging Manual - PDF
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Horse Judging Manual - PDF

If you are interested in buying or showing horses, you should know standards of perfection for breeds and performance events, as well as the terms used to describe those standards. This manual (formerly 4-H-955) defines ...

Forage Field Guide, fourth edition
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Forage Field Guide, fourth edition

The new fourth edition of this guide contains 324 pages of information for forage and livestock producers and the agricultural industries that serve them. This new edition features updates and changes throughout, includi...

2020 Indiana 4-H Horse And Pony Handbook (10/pk)
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2020 Indiana 4-H Horse And Pony Handbook (10/pk)

This 68-page manual contains the policies and class guidelines for exhibition of horses and ponies in the Indiana 4-H Program. This book is provided as a guideline for county programs and is the rulebook that governs ...

Forage Field Guide, fourth edition (25/box)
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Forage Field Guide, fourth edition (25/box)

This is a box of 25 copies of our popular in-field reference. The fourth edition of this pocket-size, in-field reference provides information for forage and livestock producers and the agricultural industries that serve ...