Stretch the Horse

03/24/2024

Saw this today. Check your helmets!

03/22/2024

Wow! Avoid or secure properly!!

01/28/2024

Vaccinated!

https://equusmagazine.com/news/eq-edcc-health-watch/georgia-horse-tests-positive-for-rabies/?fbclid=IwAR1ozD0k88pGuL7RT60vaejv2DvkuW9VQrLEVZo9JPZsmVN0ZXlZLRmTrnE_aem_AZ0SRKn3BnIgTy-yW5RCe5YLM-onsKDnm5yOuKAeSfPgYH7z0BcNzp5s_6zpQbv-Slo

An unvaccinated Paint gelding in Habersham County, Georgia, was confirmed positive for rabies after grazing near a skunk and was euthanized.

12/08/2023

Baby it’s cold outside! ❄️⛄️

Many people think of donkeys as hardy, low-maintenance “small horses.” However, while they have similarities, donkeys are a completely different species and as such have a different physical, mental, and emotional make-up.

As the weather gets colder, it’s important to remember that donkeys are more sensitive to changes in temperature than their equine friends. They don’t grow a winter coat like horses and their hair is less waterproof, so they require shelter from the elements (like a run-in shed or a waterproof blanket). Being stoic animals, they also won’t show signs of discomfort and hypothermia until they are very sick.

Remember that every animal is different depending on age, breed, and other health conditions, so be sure with your primary veterinarian to address any concerns or questions!
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Brough to you by the AAEP Horse Owner Education Committee.

10/27/2023

Here is your reminder to check your alfalfa for the presence of blister beetle prior to feeding it to your horses—especially if you feed alfalfa hay from a new or unknown harvesting source.

"The blister beetle (Epicauta) is highly toxic to sheep and cattle, but primarily to horses," says AAEP member Dr. Benjamin Espy. "As little as four (4) to six (6) grams of blister beetles can be deadly to a 1100-pound horse. Blister beetles swarm in alfalfa fields and are drawn into bales by accident. Even small parts of these beetles are toxic to a horse, and whole insects need not be present to be dangerous. Although cantharidin can exist in the alfalfa used to make pellets and cubes, cantharidin toxicity is very rare by this route. Some people believe that it has to do with the processing, others believe that it’s because the feed companies are using alfalfa from reputable sources that have good insect control."

If you suspect your horse is showing signs of toxicity, call your veterinarian immediately. While there is no antidote for the toxin found in blister beetles, your veterinarian may still be able to save your horse by providing supportive care to combat dehydration, help evacuate toxins from the gastrointestinal tract and delay potential absorption. Since there are many representatives of the species Epicauta, contact your local agricultural agent so they can help you identify any beetle that looks suspicious.

Read Dr. Espy's article on blister beetle poisoning on our website at https://aaep.org/horsehealth/blister-beetle-poisoning

09/29/2023

Give yourself some grace ❤️❤️

Hey horse girl…
It’s okay if you have to take a rest.
It’s okay if you had the longest day ever, you’re running on 5 cups of coffee, you’re sitting in traffic, you’re at your wits end and trying to get to the barn before the sun goes down…. And you start to think maybe you should just go straight home instead.

It’s okay if you are getting over an illness, or an injury, you’re having a bad pain day, or your mental health isn’t in the best spot and you’re thinking… I don’t want to go to the barn today.

It’s okay if you have had a full day at work, chasing kids and adults, completing school projects, work projects, and your horses are with you at home and the barn chores get done but not much else.

Your barn can be your favorite place, and you can still need a 𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒕 𝒅𝒂𝒚.

Your horse doesn’t want to see you rushed, in a bad mood, sick or weak, or hurting and stumbling. Your horse wants to see you healthy, happy, and ready to give him or her all of your attention.

You don’t need to be everything to everybody every second of every day.

If your body is telling you to rest, listen to it… every day looks different 🖤

09/28/2023

Useful info!

09/04/2023

Fosters, donations, and adoptions needed and appreciated!!

07/19/2023

It matters what the diagnosis is! Get a vet out!

Your courtesy of the horse doctors at -Rivers Equine Centre:

One of the most common mistakes horse owners make when their horse presents with colic symptoms is administering Banamine as the initial treatment. Although this may seem like a quick and easy solution to relieve the horse's pain, it is essential first to perform vital checks of the horse's temperature, heart rate, and respiration and to note the reading. This step is crucial because it allows you to share these important readings with your primary care veterinarian before Banamine alters them.

07/13/2023

Sportsmanship ❤️

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=832556641600486&id=100045384742980&mibextid=qC1gEa

Horses travel every day for a number of reasons—to be bought and sold, for competition, for breeding purposes, etc. Whatever the reason, horse owners should be aware of the complications that may occur due to transportation, including traumatic injuries, diarrhea, muscular problems, respiratory problems, overheating, colic, and even laminitis (in the case of overweight horses).

Following are a few tips to help your equine friend maintain good health and welfare during transport. This list is by no means complete and we encourage you to reach out to your veterinarian for additional advice when it comes to traveling with your horse!

• Be aware that inadequate management of feed and water intake during travel could cause colic, gastric ulceration and heat stress. Food and water should be provided prior to transport, during regular rest breaks and upon arrival at destination.

• Ensure your horse’s immunizations are up to date against respiratory pathogens to protect your animal from these diseases.

• The horse should be rested before the journey, given rest stops during travel, and have time to recover on arrival at the destination.

• The vehicle should be well-ventilated to help prevent respiratory problems or overheating.

• Drive slowly and carefully (NO TEXTING, avoid driving when fatigued or eating while driving, etc.) to provide a comfortable journey for the animal and reduce the risk of injury and fatigue.

Happy trails!

07/13/2023

How fun is this!!

https://myequiart.com/pages/wall-of-fame

07/07/2023

Yikes!

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=758359219628919&id=100063645426843&mibextid=SDPelY

Caribiner clips are not safe for horses to be left alone with. They can get them caught on lips, eyes and nostrils! If you need to use a caribiner, stay with your horse or use the type that screws up.
I mean really, it’s not the most tasteful piercing right!

Photo credits to Ripple & Liebl Veterinary Clinic in Dodge City, KS

06/01/2023

This is the retirement ceremony for Sgt. Reckless at Camp Pendleton. She is shown reviewing the Marines as they parade before her.

05/15/2023

So true! And sadly this is happening in all areas not just equestrian. It’s so difficult getting kids to work HARD at just about anything!!

05/05/2023

Because science and anatomy…!!!

GENDER NEUTRAL...

Never a dull moment at Belvoir Equine Hospital after hours 😂

This Thoroughbred that presented for a hind leg laceration revealed somewhat of a surprise when the initial clinical exam was done...😯

The horse raced as a "gelding" for 2 unsuccessful attempts and has since been an excellent pleasure horse.

He urinates through his p***s backwards, has teats, a non-viable v***a and no sc***um.

First hermaphrodite we have seen for a while.

04/08/2023

Brad 🤦‍♀️

04/08/2023

**NEW NETPOSSE ALERT**
STOLEN TRAILER - MONTGOMERY, TX AREA|
NETPOSSE ID #5957
Print a flyer here: https://netposse.com/tag.asp?id=5957
2021 Sundowner Sporthorse
Description: 3 horse bumper pull - decals say Great American Horse Racing
Last seen: 4/6/23
If seen please contact number on flyer.

04/06/2023

04/04/2023

https://www.facebook.com/100064833395057/posts/600681512102957/?mibextid=SDPelY

It’s yet another snowstorm here in MN so I thought I’d try this again:

Does anyone recognize our little POA pony mare?

Bought in December 2020 from Cannon Falls, MN with no history. ☹️

-Approximately 10yo mare standing 51 inches or 12.3 hands
-Black base few spot leopard with just that big left hip spot.
-Blind entirely in one eye, mostly blind in other.
-DNA sent to POAC, no matches. 😭

Angel is exceedingly well trained—“fancy broke” as one might say. She has absolutely the best temperament….despite her blindness she is a pony any kid can ride in the ring, she takes such good care of her people. ❤️

Someone, somewhere bred and trained an extraordinarily nice POA pony and I would just love to match her up with her past!

Please share far and wide!

04/04/2023

https://www.facebook.com/1053607777/posts/10226252238066391/?mibextid=SDPelY

03/21/2023

https://www.facebook.com/1273920051/posts/10222743625280608/?mibextid=SDPelY

02/28/2023

02/26/2023

https://fb.watch/iXvZsqeJaT/?mibextid=v7YzmG