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Group Scheduling with a Vet
When you board at a facility, you can typically do group scheduling with a vet for spring/fall vaccines to save on the Farm Call fee. This can be a pretty significant savings VS if you had the vet out for just your horse. There are many things to keep in mind when scheduling visits like this though:
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Horse Lease Do’s and Don’ts
Being a party in a horse lease can be tricky; whether you are the lesser or lessee. Here are some important factors to consider when deciding if leasing your horse out is right for you, or if leasing a horse is going to work for you (Horse Lease Do’s and Don’ts).
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Pregnant Mare Urine (PMU) Production to Increase for Premarin
A popular women’s horomone drug, Premarin, is created by harvesting the estrogen from pregnant mare’s urine. Premarin stands for PREgant MAres uRINe. The horses used to produce this drug are referred to as “PMU” horses, for short.
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Colorado Skijoring Accidents end up in Tragedy
Colorado Skijoring is a sport that involves a horse and rider galloping while pulling another person on skis through obstacles on snow.
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Choosing the Right Horse Hauler
The horse hauler you entrust with the transportation of your equine partner is important. Not only do you expect your horse to make it to the destination, but you also expect adequate care during the trip. Things to remember to get in writing are: how often your horse will be provided hay and water, how many hours will be traveled in between stretch breaks, how many hours per day your horse will be in the trailer, where your horse will layover if there are overnight stays, the size stall the horse will be in for the trip, etc.
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#RideForOlivia
The equestrian world has come together over the death of Australian eventer Olivia Inglis. The 17 year old was killed in a fall during the cross country phase of the Scone Horse Trials last Sunday. The incident also claimed the life of her horse. Inglis was raised with horses, a daughter of Australian thoroughbred breeders Arthur and Charlotte Inglis, who were at the event to support their daughter.
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Sales Posts in the Group and why they Benefit You
When you are trying to sell something in the Colorado Horse Forum Facebook Group (or any Facebook group), it really benefits you to create actual sales posts, and there are many reasons behind this.
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Equine Enteric Coronavirus in Colorado
Unfortunately, many barns have been hit with the Coronavirus in Colorado this year. It is a disease that many have not heard of, but can be very serious. In an effort to provide you with the most accurate information, we did some research via Cornell and you will find that information below.
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Mountain Lion Sighting in NW Elbert County Colorado
From our friends at the Elbert County Sheriff Office, we have learned of a mountain lion sighting in North West Elbert County. Although Mountain Lions won’t typically attack your horses, please be aware if you are in the area and take necessary precautions.
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Colorado Horse Forum Bling Hats
We will be getting a batch of Colorado Horse Forum bling hats made. The hats will be black with clear rhinestones and will resemble closely this pictured version. The hats are one-size fits all but have an adjustable back strap to make it fit you better. They are a high quality hat. Design measures 3.4″ x 3″. If you want one of these hats, you need to get in on the pre-order! Please use the form below to let us know if you are interested in ordering one of these hats.
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