JB Bar Ranch Equine Care & Rehab Center

22/07/2024

Did you know 🤔

09/07/2024

Be kind to your horse, their wellbeing should be our primary concern in this heat 🥵🐴💛

04/07/2024

Happy Independence Day 🇺🇸

16/06/2024

Happy Father’s Day to all the wonderful dad’s out there 🤠 You are the difference in your child’s life 💛

09/06/2024

It was a Red Light day 🐴💛🚨🔝with some calming poll cap therapy 🙏

07/06/2024

Remember and Honor those who fought for our freedom 🇺🇸

28/05/2024

16/05/2024

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

12/04/2024

Healing Laminitis 🙏🤠🐴

Another pony fully rehabbed The Phoenix Way!

We shared this pony's rehab a few months ago, she has now successfully completed her rehab journey.

She's grown out all the separation and has been sound since the beginning of these photos.

Despite experiencing an acute laminitis attack and severe hoof distortion and separation, she grew out all the damage in one hoof cycle.

By keeping the toe wall on the ground:

- P3 (the pedal bone) remained safe and supported.
- A stable toe pillar provided crucial support.
- The sole wasn't overly burdened, preserving P3's integrity.
- Perfect balance was maintained, aligning with the pony's natural constants.
- Consistent growth rates from heel to toe were ensured through feedback to the papillae in the coronary band.
- A larger surface area for walking enhanced comfort.
- There were no lever forces, laminae tearing, or tripping hazards.
- The pony experienced a speedy and safe recovery, regrowing a new hoof in just one cycle.

Remember, there's absolutely no need to remove the toe, even during rehab.

Doing so compromises the entire hoof and puts the pony's well-being at risk.

Prioritise the safety and health of our equines by healing laminitis the right way - The Phoenix Way!



HM.

p.s. if you want to learn how to rehab your equine quickly and safely, join our group - The Phoenix Way: Path 2 Hoof Health

12/04/2024

Good information 🤠

Many common barn practices are hazardous to your horse's respiratory health. By making some simple management changes, you can eliminate these threats. >>https://bit.ly/EQCoughCauses

31/03/2024

He died, He rose, He is coming again!
Hallelujah- Happy Easter ✝️🧡🙌

04/03/2024

Great information 🐴

08/01/2024

Barefoot Horse Hooves Can Move 50% More than Shod Hooves

Recent Swedish research presented the final results of a study comparing shod horses hooves and barefoot hooves. The study, entitled "Unshod Sports Horses - for Durability and Performance," showed that barefoot hooves can move up to 50% more than hooves that are shod with traditional horseshoes.

The research also highlighted other significant findings, including increased hoof expansion, enhanced hoof contraction during roll-over, and improved range of motion in barefoot hooves. The study's lead scientist, Lars Roepstorff, emphasised the positive impact of barefoot hooves on shock absorption and overall horse health. The research suggests that going barefoot may offer performance advantages and reduce lameness and injuries in horses. Read the full article here.

https://eu.scootboots.com/blogs/blog/barefoot-horse-hooves-can-move-50-more-than-shod-hooves

Scoot Boot provides an ideal solution for horses to experience the benefits of going
barefoot while still ensuring adequate hoof protection. By using Scoot Boots, horse
owners can allow their horses to have the freedom of barefoot movement while
minimising the risks associated with traditional horseshoes. This research further supports
the notion that using Scoot Boots is a superior option for maintaining the natural health
and performance of horses' hooves.

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25/10/2023

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

04/10/2023

While it’s a common equine emergency, espophageal obstruction (“choke”) can look alarming, especially if you've never seen it before. Unlike in human medicine, where choking refers to a tracheal (or windpipe) obstruction, choke in horses refers to an obstruction of the esophagus, the muscular tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach.

Most commonly, choking occur when horses eat concentrated feed too quickly without chewing it appropriately, which results in a firm bolus lodged in the animal's esophagus. However, esophageal obstruction can also occur with hay or straw, hard treats, carrots, or nonfood objects. Poor dentition, which leads to inadequate chewing, is also a frequent cause of choke.

While common, chokes can have serious consequences so be sure to call your veterinarian as soon as you notice signs of choke. A bad choke is fairly obvious to both veterinarians and horse owners, but a mild choke could be confused with an upper respiratory tract infection or colic.

Read more about this condition on our website at https://aaep.org/horsehealth/understanding-choke-horses

12/09/2023

We will never forget 🇺🇸😢🙏

04/09/2023

Happy Labor Day! Be blessed and spend time with family and friends 💛
Proverbs 14:23 NKJV
In all labor there is profit, But idle chatter leads only to poverty.
Colossians 3:23 NKJV
And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men.
"Nothing ever comes to one that is worth having except as a result of hard work." — Booker T. Washington

02/09/2023

How do you build that trust and respect, and how do you know your horse trusts you? Read on to learn important ways to know your horse trusts you.

30/08/2023

Unraveling the mystery of summer sores with the help of the horse doctors at Arizona Equine:

Did you know those bothersome summer sores are caused by some sneaky tiny worms? 🐛 Habronema muscae, Habronema majus, and Draschia megastoma might be small but they can cause quite a commotion among our equine buddies.

These little worms have quite the journey—from horse's stomachs to their manure, and then to the skin via certain fly maggots. Yep, that's where those itchy irritations tend to appear – around wounds, eyes, mouth, and sheath.

And the timing? You guessed it – summer, when these sores make their unwelcome return. ☀️ Some horses even get these souvenirs year after year. Those yellow sulfur-like spots? They're a clear sign of these pesky sores.

But guess what? You're not in this alone. If your horse shows these signs, it's time to bring in the pros (aka your veterinarian). They've got the know-how to make your horse smile again. If you notice odd bumps or sores, reach out to your vet – your horse will thank you!

11/08/2023

The correct answer is b., sodium and chloride. They are two components of table salt but neither mineral is naturally abundant in your horse’s usual food sources.

Why should you care? Having a basic understanding of equine nutrition and being able to identify sources of essential vitamins and minerals in a horse’s diet is in the best interest of every horse owner. Dietary deficiencies and excesses can both cause health issues and affect performance, and this becomes even more important for the care and management of horses with disorders such as equine metabolic syndrome (EMS) and polysaccharide storage myopathy (PSSM).

Want to put your knowledge of vitamins and minerals further to the test? Take the rest of the quiz developed by our friendsEquus Magazine —>https://images.saymedia-content.com/.image/cs_srgb/MTcxODUxMTk3MDA5ODk2Nzcw/equus-extra-nutrition-.pdf