Sunstar Equine

06/17/2024

06/05/2024

UPDATES GUIDELINES AVAILABLE 📢

The AAEP has issued revised Internal Parasite Control Guidelines to help minimize the risk of parasitic disease and maintain the effectiveness of current drugs for as long as possible by delaying further development of anthelmintic resistance.

The updated guidelines account for recent advances in knowledge concerning increased anthelmintic resistance and optimization of parasite control management practices. They also address common misconceptions and offer parasite control program recommendations for senior horses (over 15 years old), mature horses (between 5 and 15 years old), and young horses (under 5 years old).

Read more at: https://aaep.org/post/aaep-publishes-updated-internal-parasite-control-guidelines/

The guidelines were reviewed and updated by the AAEP Internal Parasite Control Guidelines Task Force, chaired by Dr. Nielsen and comprised of 10 AAEP members predominantly board certified in veterinary internal medicine, veterinary parasitology and/or veterinary microbiology. We thank them for their incredibly important work!

05/25/2024

Fantastic photos that were taken by the world’s best assistant!! When you’re eight years old you are the perfect height for taking beautiful pictures! ’s

05/16/2024

If you believe that horses need grain in their diet to meet their nutritional needs, you are not alone. However, horses should get most of their nutrients from a good quality forage source such as grass, hay, hay pellets, or a complete feed.

Horses generally eat between 1.5-2% of their body weight each day, so an average size 1,000 lbs horse should eat 15- 20 lbs of hay daily. To help fill any nutrient gaps such as essential vitamins or minerals, a ration balancer may be beneficial. Depending on breed, body condition, and exercise level, concentrates may be added in to provide additional energy but are often not needed.

When deciding on what to feed your horse, it is best to invest in high quality forages as the foundation of your feeding plan. You can even have your hay tested to see exactly what nutrients it is providing. Please consult with your veterinarian or an equine nutritionist about your horse's diet before making any major changes, and remember that any changes should be made gradually over time to avoid GI upset.
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Brought to you by the AAEP Horse Owner Education Committee

04/24/2024

Spring is here! Now is the time to start thinking about upcoming horse shows or starting lessons.

Here at SunStar we can help no matter what your horsemanship goals are. From the student who has never touched a horse, to the client that wants to be show ready.

Specializing in Hunter/Jumpers, Western Pleasure, Horsemanship and Rail classes.

Offering 30 minute lessons for those 6 and under $25

60 minute lessons for those 7 and above $40

Reach out to us at 636-283-8203



04/13/2024

Somewhat elusive, Bonnie is the oldest cat we have. She will be 14 this year. She has been a fantastic barn cat

04/10/2024

Enjoying the weather! is here

03/08/2024

Pastures are turning green! Spring is coming

03/08/2024

So what are your feelings on this rule change? Comment below! Love to have a discussion about it

The American Paint Horse Association made waves on Tuesday afternoon when it announced that SC-325 had passed, thereby eliminating the Solid Paint-Bred showing division and allowing “regular registry” and “solid registry” horses to show together beginning in 2025. Naturally, this monumental ...

03/02/2024

It’s always good to be informed of issues within the mouth of the horse. This one is personal for me because my most beloved gelding , Affects, has this condition. Many thanks to Dr Shannon Baker for all her help extracting some incisors today.



Learn about EOTRH: Equine Odontoclastic Tooth Resorption and Hypercementosis, and how this dental disease effects horses. Learn about how to best support your horse after being treated.

02/26/2024

Just beautiful!

Waverfoot Gary - Fell pony stallion🐴⛰ The Fell pony is one of the UK’s rare native pony breeds. They originate from the Cumbrian fells (where they get their name) and are adapted to live, work, and thrive in all the extreme weather the region is known for. They descend from the extinct Galloway pony - but the Fell pony likely retains many characteristics of the Galloway as they have been largely unchanged or “improved” with other breeds. They did all kinds of work on hill farms - from carrying shepherds around the fells to pulling ploughs. They were also important in the huge mining industry in the region - they were a vital mode of transport across the hills and linking up the mines and smelting works etc. Like with many of our rare native breeds they did all the jobs we use machines for now, they were integral to our history and industry - in the past these ponies were a lifeline for many rural communities but now they are largely forgotten by the general public. Fell ponies are an extremely versatile breed and well suited to all kinds of riders, drivers and liberty trainers. Not to mention their wonderful suitability to conservation and rewilding due to their natural hardiness 🐴🐴 ©Ruth Chamberlain also known as Ruth on the Hoof. Any use of these images (including art references) and text must have prior permission from the author/creator 🐴🐴

02/26/2024

One of the joys in life is a good dog.

02/08/2024

2024 promises to bring lots of exciting changes! Payne Show Horses has been dissolved, and I am excited to announce that Sunstar Equine LLC is my new business profile! I am still located in Berger, Missouri, and I am still focusing on AQHA/APHA Horses with an emphasis in western all around and Hunter under saddle, but I’m happy to be also including draft crosses at this time. My goal has always been and will continue to be safe and well-trained horses. Keep following our page for more announcements to follow in the very near future.



02/08/2024

https://aaep.org/horsehealth/signs-healthy-horse

A quick evaluation of your horse can be done in less than 10 minutes. Check him daily so you will know what is normal and what is not.

02/05/2024

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01/31/2024

How interesting!!!

The well-used saddle, dated to more than 2,400 years ago, displays skilled leather- and needlework. Its placement suggests its owner was on a final ride.

01/17/2024

Sweet Pixie, enjoying her playtime in the snow

01/05/2024

I just love this horse 💗

🌟𝙉𝒐𝙩𝒉𝙞𝒏𝙜 𝙘𝒂𝙣 𝙙𝒊𝙢 𝙩𝒉𝙚 𝙡𝒊𝙜𝒉𝙩 𝙩𝒉𝙖𝒕 𝒔𝙝𝒊𝙣𝒆𝙨 𝙛𝒓𝙤𝒎 𝒘𝙞𝒕𝙝𝒊𝙣."- 𝘔𝘢𝘺𝘢 𝘈𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘶
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01/04/2024

Spotting some young girls playing in the pasture, Harlan grew two more hands taller!! Always alert for danger, he soon realized he was just fine. Lol.

01/04/2024

Sweet Posey enjoying turnout. She certainly doesn’t mind her stall in the worst of weather, but she’s truly happy being outside.

01/04/2024

Could there be anything more magnificent than Felix and his mane?

12/26/2023

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a wonderful holiday season 🩷