COVID-19 Equine Resources Platform
April 22, 2020 Comments Off on COVID-19 Equine Resources Platform
The Equine Science Center at Rutgers has created a helpful resource list for COVID-19 equine related items. There is a Jobs and Hiring Portal, Frequently Asked Questions about the Emergency CARES program, worker benefits and protection, small business emergency assistance, preventing spread of COVID-19 in equestrian facilities, financial assistance options, and more. Click here to […]
Continue reading …Plan Ahead for Equine Feed Needs, But Not Too Far Ahead…
April 22, 2020 Comments Off on Plan Ahead for Equine Feed Needs, But Not Too Far Ahead…
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a lot of overbuying of food, and this is not only at the grocery stores. Horse owners may have an urge to buy more feed than usual.
Continue reading …COVID-19 Schooling Survival Guide- Equitation
April 22, 2020 Comments Off on COVID-19 Schooling Survival Guide- Equitation
“Since the posting trot is coming from the hand gallop in two point, the diagonal should be picked up without sitting,” Shannon says. “The pattern calls for the right diagonal, which is the opposite diagonal that comes naturally when coming from the right lead. I put that in to raise the degree of difficulty in the pattern.”
Continue reading …Vet Community Launches Campaign to Combat Spread of Zoonotic Diseases Like COVID-19
April 20, 2020 Comments Off on Vet Community Launches Campaign to Combat Spread of Zoonotic Diseases Like COVID-19
“As veterinarians, we have dealt with the coronavirus for four-to-five decades in cattle, horses, dogs, cats and other animals,” said Congressman Yoho. “We are always focused and tuned into the prevention side and by being prepared, we can get ahead of the curve, anticipate these diseases and better respond.”
Continue reading …Covid-19 Slams the Barn Door Shut on Cash Flow For Horse Businesses
April 18, 2020 Comments Off on Covid-19 Slams the Barn Door Shut on Cash Flow For Horse Businesses
Thankfully, your horse business model will not be replaced by online businesses. Horse owners will need places to board, students will need riding instruction, horses will need training, and sale horses will need to be matched up with sellers and buyers. Compared to other businesses, horse businesses are very difficult to scale or franchise.
Continue reading …Do NOT Use Ivermectin For Animals to Treat COVID-19 in Humans
April 16, 2020 Comments Off on Do NOT Use Ivermectin For Animals to Treat COVID-19 in Humans
Because ivermectin is a FDA approved drug for parasitic infection, like strongyles, worms, and bots in horses and heartworm disease in dogs, it is widely available and may hold potential for future research in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the FDA is cautioning that people should not self-medicate by taking ivermectin products for animals. While ivermectin tables are approved for use in people for the treatment of some internal parasitic worms and other external conditions, like head lice and rosacea, the FDA explains that people should never take animal drugs, because their safety and effectiveness has only been evaluated for a particular species. Furthermore, people should not take ivermectin unless it has been prescribed by a licensed health care provider.
Continue reading …Quarantine Hack- Top 5 Tips to Maximize the Life of Your Tack
April 16, 2020 Comments Off on Quarantine Hack- Top 5 Tips to Maximize the Life of Your Tack
While you’re in quarantine, there has never been a better time to make sure your tack is clean and in great shape so you will be ready for the next horse show!
Continue reading …Webinar- COVID-19 Financial Assistance For Horse Owners and Businesses
April 16, 2020 Comments Off on Webinar- COVID-19 Financial Assistance For Horse Owners and Businesses
The moderators for this webinar are Carey Williams of Rutgers University, Laura Kenny of Penn State Extension, and Danielle Smarsh of Penn State Extension. The speakers are Ashley Harkin of the United Horse Coalition and Bryan Brendle of the American Horse Council.
Continue reading …COVID-19 Schooling Survival Guide- Showmanship
April 15, 2020 Comments Off on COVID-19 Schooling Survival Guide- Showmanship
One thing to keep in mind is to maintain the same distance to your horse throughout. Don’t let your partner surge or lag. He should respect your space at all times. And don’t neglect your stops. Each stop should be square and complete.
Continue reading …Are You Concerned About Colic During Covid-19?
April 15, 2020 Comments Off on Are You Concerned About Colic During Covid-19?
“Yes, horses need exercise, but they will get by if not ridden by their owner that is complying with social distancing. Access to turnout, lunging, and hand walking are all options that can continue to be provided while restricting barn access to essential personnel only. If your barn is well-run, there is NO reason your colic rates should go up.”
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