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In various disciplines speed, strength, collection and stamina all play into the difference between earning a big paycheck and awards or going home empty handed. Performance horses need to be able to come out of the stall ready to win, whether it’s the first day of the event or the last. Like their human athlete counterparts, a solid nutrition plan is the fuel that allows performance horses to compete and perform at their highest level. With Rebound Technology…recovery isn’t an afterthought, the horse is always being fed for optimal performance. Enhancing Performance Horse Recovery with Rebound Technology Rebound Technology is...

Pasture Maintenance One of our owners reached out with concerns about maintaining their newly seeded pasture: This spring, we planted 2.5 acres of pasture for our horses. The grasses are now 6 inches tall and the stand density appears good. Should we mow the pasture? If so, how often? When should we start grazing? Maintaining A Newly Seeded Pasture You will want to mow the pasture 3 times before allowing the horses to graze. Since the grass is 6″ tall, mow it down to 3″ and allow it to re-grow to 6″, then mow again. Follow this cycle until you...

I remember when winters in the Northeast were colder. From November to the end of March you would barely see a blade of grass. But times and weather patterns have changed and, now that it is April and the temperature is above 35 degrees, tick season is here. IT’S TIME FOR FLEA & TICK MEDICATION If you live in Northern climates of the United States it is time to start using a good flea and tick preventative. Those living in the South are usually on a year-round flea and tick prevention. Several options are available including collars, topicals and orals....

Feeding your horse during the longer days and warmer temperatures of the spring season can often be different than your chosen winter-feeding program. Keep the following diet and feeding considerations in mind to help your horse smoothly transition from winter to spring:Tip 1: Monitor Your Horse’s Body ConditionWe all know every horse is different. This means that some horses will have gained winter weight from working less, while other horses will have shed a few pounds keeping warm in the cold. Before even thinking of altering your horse’s spring-feeding regimen, first evaluate his body condition. With the help of your...

Raising chickens isn’t complicated, but it can seem that way for novices who want to keep a small flock but lack mentors to learn from. Fortunately, the growing backyard chicken phenomenon is increasing acceptance of these docile animals in both cities and suburbia. So, how does a person with no chicken experience learn how to start and care for a backyard flock? It is really not difficult, and in many ways caring for chickens is similar to tending a family pet. Chickens, like dogs and cats, need safe housing and nutritious food. To help you understand the ins and outs...