KMR Equestrian

01/16/2025

Congratulations to Emma, Christina Cardaro Bosley and the Bosley family on there new addition REX! Can't wait to watch this team grow! Thank you Camille Broby!

01/15/2025

DO YOU KNOW HOW TO SPOT COLIC IN HORSES?

Colic indicates a painful problem in the horse's abdomen (belly), which can be caused by a number of different conditions. Less than 10% of all colic cases are severe enough to require surgery or cause the death of the horse; nevertheless, every case of colic should be taken seriously because it can be difficult to tell the mild ones from the potentially serious ones in the early stages.

Horses show signs of abdominal pain in a wide variety of ways, and usually a horse shows only a few of the signs during an episode of colic. The rule of thumb is — the more obvious the signs of pain, the more serious the problem.

If you suspect the horse is suffering from colic, we suggest that you:

• Alert your veterinarian immediately

• Remove all hay and grain from the horse's surroundings

• Don't medicate without your veterinarian's approval, as pain medications can mask clinical signs

• Walk the horse around if it's continually rolling or in danger of hurting itself — but do not tire the horse with relentless walking and don't approach the animal if it's not safe

• Keep the horse under close observation until the signs of colic resolve or the veterinarian arrives

The key to increasing the chances of a good outcome is to identify the problem early and get your veterinarian involved from the start.

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of colic signs. Horses are individuals and may display signs of pain in a variety of ways. Always consult your horse doctor for more information.

01/15/2025

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01/12/2025

Found this old graphic and thought it was worth sharing again…

01/12/2025

We all think we know what is going on in the industry we love, but after serving as the chair of the U.S. Hunter Jumper Association Horse Welfare Commission for the past year, now I do know, and I can’t un-ring that bell. I was sickened, as anyone would be, to hear of some of the atrocities commit...

01/12/2025

Modifications to the federal Horse Protection Act that go into effect February 1, 2025, will require new action from event managers of all horse exhibitions, sales and auctions.

01/12/2025

Congratulations to Kaylee Harmon and Amy Dawn on the purchase of 'Moon'. Thank You Camille Broby for helping to make this connection!

01/10/2025

❎❎Game-Changer for Young Horses: Minimum Age for Grand Prix RAISED! ❎❎

Huge news for the future of dressage! The Danish Riding Federation has officially raised the minimum age for horses to compete at Grand Prix level—a move that’s a win for young horses everywhere! 🌟

Starting 2025, horses must be 9 years old (instead of 8 )to compete in national Intermediaire II and Grand Prix classes! 🎉 This gives young horses the time they deserve to mature, develop their skills, and enter the big leagues when they're truly ready—no more rushing to the top too soon. 🐴💪

🔑 What this means:
Horses can now start competing at the big tour level in the year they turn 9, which means for 2025, only horses born in 2016 or earlier are eligible for Grand Prix.

👉 The best part? The pressure is off for those 8-year-olds who can now focus on Intermediaire A and B tests, giving them time to shine without the grind.

This is a positive shift that allows for healthier development, longer careers, and fewer young horses pushed to perform too early. 🌱💚

FEI’s age limit is still at 8, but with the European Equestrian Federation pushing for change, could this be the start of even more positive changes for young talent in the sport? 🤩

Let’s hear your thoughts—is this a win for young horses? Drop a comment below! 👇

01/09/2025

Current status at 1PM of the winter storm over Texas. Heavy snow is falling from I-20 up to the Red River with a mix of freezing rain and sleet over parts of the Hill Country.

Meanwhile, a coastal low is kicking up the wind over Southeast Texas and generating heavy rain southwest of town. Look for that heavier rain to start impacting Houston in the 2PM hour with the rain, wind, and chilly temps continuing through the night.

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01/05/2025

❄️🐴 How Do Horses Stay Warm in Winter? 🌨️

Horses are naturally equipped to handle cold weather with unique adaptations that help them conserve heat and stay cozy. From their hair coat to their digestive system, they’ve got tools to help them thrive in winter conditions.🐎❄️

While they’re built for the cold, extra care—like proper forage, shelter, and monitoring—can help support them all winter long.✨

Want to learn more about how horses stay warm and how to support them during the colder months? Visit our article:

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01/05/2025

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01/03/2025

COLD weather headed to Houston/Tomball this coming week...

FUN FACT FRIDAY!

Are you familiar with the many adaptations that help your horse stay warm during the cold winter months?

🌾 Hindgut digestion of hay produces the most heat, acting as a small furnace inside of the horse. This is why free choice; good quality hay is so important in the winter.

💪 Horses have a huge muscle mass and muscle activity produces heat. This includes running and playing and even shivering if their body temperature starts to drop. It is important to remember that these activities also will result in a bigger caloric demand so free choice hay and in some cases, grain, is often needed.

🧥 To blanket or not to blanket is a constant debate but either way, as it starts to get cold your horse will grow a thicker coat. If you decide to leave your horse unblanketed you may notice that they look “fluffy”. This is due to a phenomenon called piloerection where the hair stands up to better trap air within. Two layers of the coat also help with warmth. The inner layer is softer and has air pockets to create an insulating layer. The outer layer is coarse and has oils that keep moisture from penetrating the insulating layer and keep the horse warm.

⚖️ Wild horses go into the winter heavier than ideal, and the fat serves as an extra layer of insulation. However, if a horse is going to be kept heavily blanketed and in a barn during the cold weather months this is unnecessary and can lead to obesity related issues.

🦵Their distal limbs (below the knees and hocks) are made of mostly bones and tendons, tissues that are resistant to the cold temperatures.

🦶The hooves have an alternative route of blood circulation through larger vessels that can be used in low temperatures. This is why horses can stand in snow without detrimental effects.

👃A horse’s nose has a robust blood supply and is rounded so that it is less susceptible to frostbite than a human’s nose.
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Courtesy of the AAEP Horse Owner Education Committee

01/03/2025

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01/01/2025