Looking for a career in the equine industry? Purina Horse Feed and The Cheshire Horse are seeking a skilled sales professional to increase sales volume in a targeted market area. Lifestyle Feed Sales Specialist, The Cheshire Horse & Purina Mills – New Hampshire The Lifestyle Feed Sales Specialist will work with The Cheshire Horse and …
Equine metabolic syndrome (EMS) is not a specific disease, but rather a clinical syndrome with three principal components: obesity, hyperinsulinemia, and insulin resistance (IR). EMS horses are predisposed to a variety of health issues including laminitis, so proper dietary management of these animals is essential. Dietary management can address two strategies to treat EMS: increasing …
What is Equine Metabolic Syndrome? Equine metabolic syndrome is a health problem that affects many horses that are considered easy keepers. Symptoms include large regional fat deposits, obesity, insulin resistance, and recurrent episodes of laminitis. Unfortunately in this day and age, obese horses are more the rule than the exception. Despite education by veterinarians and …
You’re Invited to our Horse Owners Workshop! WHAT: A fun and informative evening event for horse owners with prizes, goodie bags, coupons, and refreshments WHERE: Best Western Hotel in Keene, 401 Winchester Street WHEN: Friday, April 11 6:30pm Registration 7:00pm Common Equine Emergencies & When to Call the Vet with Katy Raynor, DVM, New England …
Fall is the time to stow away warmer weather horse keeping supplies and pull out those for colder weather. Take care of these things before frigid temperatures, snow, and ice enter the equation. For the infographic click here. Blankets & Sheets Pack up fly apparel and pull out blankets, coolers, and sheets. Put them through the laundry …