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  • Deworming: The Fecal Egg Count (FEC)
    I know – it’s the less romantic aspect of horse ownership. Parasite control. Oh boy. More and more veterinarians are recommending utilizing Fecal Egg Counts (# of parasite eggs in 1g of manure) and selective paste deworming instead of the traditional plan that called for the rotation of different classes of dewormers on a set … Read more
  • COPD (Heaves) and Ester-C
    I wanted to share this information, because I know what a frustrating and debilitating problem COPD can be for many horses and their owners. The following comes from the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) PROCEEDINGS (1997, Vol. 43) which is a book documenting all the studies that are presented at the AAEP annual convention. … Read more
  • Tips from the Saddle Fitter
    A visit with Ann Forrest (owner, Equestrian Imports).  I really liked her.  She is straightforward, no-nonsense and efficient.  Best of all, she really places her focus on what’s best for you, your horse and your financial situation.  Never once was there any hint of: “Well, you & your horse can’t possibly function with the tack … Read more
  • Hoof Prints & Equipment Progress
    One of the things I should have measured was how far Emma’s LH hoof print fell out of line with her LF.  I can only subjectively comment that, on the longe to the left, it is looking more in line–some steps are even straight!  (Woohoo!)   To the right, it is still off track to … Read more
  • Finding the Time
    You know how there just aren’t enough hours in the day?  I had a conversation with a woman who was interested in coming over to help keep my horses ridden–you know, so that it’s not like starting over every time you go to get one out.  Anyway, we were trying to arrange a time for … Read more