Great Basin Equine

02/14/2025

02/04/2025

01/19/2025

We are still in shock. Dr.Peck was an amazing vet, true animal lover and so good at teaching any kids that were interested. He will be sorely missed. 💔

01/10/2025

❄️ Keep these helpful tips in mind when managing horses during this week's cold snap. ❄️

⏰ Maintain your normal schedule if possible. Research from Virginia found that an increase in colic episodes following adverse weather was a result of sudden changes in management and not the weather itself.

⚡️ Energy needs for a horse at maintenance increase about 1% for each degree below 18°F. For example, if the temperature is -18°F, a 1,000 pound idle, adult horse would need approximately 4 additional pounds of forage (e.g., hay) daily. It is best to provide the extra energy as forage since heat is produced from the microbial fermentation of forage.

🏡 Horses must have access to shelter from wind and moisture. A horse’s hair coat acts as insulation by trapping air, but when wet, the insulating value is loss.

💧 Water should be kept between 45 to 65°F to maximize consumption. Most adult horses require a minimum of 10 to 12 gallons of water each day. Horses should always have access to fresh, clean water. Check water sources often to ensure they have not froze.

🧤 Take care of yourself! Protect yourself from the cold by wearing multiple layers of coats and pants. Ensure the outer layer is wind and waterproof. Additionally, wear insulated, waterproof boots; warm gloves; a winter hat; and a scarf or neck gaiter to cover your face.

For more information on winter care, visit https://extension.umn.edu/horse-care-and-management/caring-your-horse-winter

01/07/2025

Okay.. i will be alone with you...…

01/01/2025

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

12/12/2024

How do you get a picture of Dr.Miller? Hand him a puppy!!!

12/11/2024

Gingerbread barn decorating

12/02/2024

ANNOUNCEMENT FOR 2025!!

Dr. Kalene Johnson is excited to offer equine reproduction services at Great Basin Equine for the upcoming breeding season!

A few to do’s from Dr. Johnson are as follows if you plan on setting your mare up for a successful breeding this season:

1. Know when you ideally plan to have a foal on the ground and plan accordingly.
2. For those wanting to breed in February ‘25 for January ‘26 foals, be sure you are set to transition your mares accordingly. In order for your mare to be cycling in February, you should start her under lights December 1st. Most mares will start cycling naturally late March/ early April.
3. Know your mare. If your mare has been hard to get in foal in the past, it would be in your (and your mare’s) best interest to plan for diagnostics prior to breeding. Diagnostics may include the following depending on your mare’s history: breeding soundness ultrasound, uterine cytology, uterine culture, uterine biopsy.

We look forward to working with you and your mares this upcoming spring!!