Discover a wealth of information on maintaining optimal horse health in the dynamic environment of Colorado through our insightful blog articles. From addressing altitude-related concerns to offering seasonal health tips, our content is a comprehensive guide for horse owners looking to ensure the well-being of their equine companions amidst the diverse landscapes of the Centennial State.
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Bees and Horses, How to Coexist
Read more: Bees and Horses, How to CoexistIf you are struggling with bees bothering your horses this spring like I am, I feel your frustration! Nothing has bloomed yet, we are having loads of warm days in between the snowstorms, and the bees are HUNGRY AND CONFUSED! My issues with the bees started extra early this year, in late February. Not to…
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Colorado Equine Health Alert : Equine Influenza
Read more: Colorado Equine Health Alert : Equine InfluenzaA horse at a private facility in Jefferson County started displaying signs of Equine Influenza on 2/20/2022 and was confirmed to be affected by the disease by an attending veterinarian. At this time only 1 horse is affected although 6 at the facility have been exposed. The horse was purchased at a sale and developed…
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A Primer on CBD for Horses from Trove CBD
Read more: A Primer on CBD for Horses from Trove CBDTrove CBD has partnered with us to help inform horse owners about CBD use and specifically how it can benefit our horse and equine partners! Navigating the CBD Equine Obstacle Course Ever since the 2018 Farm Bill removed industrial hemp from the Controlled Substances Act, the availability and popularity of cannabidiol (CBD) products for people and…
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Why is my Horse’s Urine Red or Orange?
Read more: Why is my Horse’s Urine Red or Orange?As winter blankets the landscape in a pristine layer of snow, horse owners may encounter a peculiar sight – orange or red stains in the snow where their horses have urinated. This phenomenon, while seemingly unusual, has a scientific explanation rooted in the horse’s diet and metabolism. Typically there is no need to panic (but…
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Current Air Quality
Read more: Current Air QualityAs the fires continue in our state, it is important to note the air quality and air quality advisories if we plan to work our horses. If the air quality is too bad and there are too many particulates you can cause difficulty breathing, coughing, and even infection if horses are worked too hard and…
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Helping Horses when there is Wild Fire Air Pollution
Read more: Helping Horses when there is Wild Fire Air PollutionThis year seems exceptionally bad for our wildfires, and in turn the air is smokey and causing a variety of health concerns including difficulty breathing, sore throats, burning eyes, runny nose, and more in humans AND animals. How can we help our horses when air conditions are like this?
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Now that Cold Weather is upon us… Be Prepared!
Read more: Now that Cold Weather is upon us… Be Prepared!The cold has arrived here in Colorado. And if you are like the rest of us, you were scrambling yesterday to make sure your horse (and barn) were ready for the weather change. Here are just a few tips to try to make the temperature (and weather) transition easier on all of us:
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VSV (Vesicular Stomatitis) Confirmed in Colorado
Read more: VSV (Vesicular Stomatitis) Confirmed in ColoradoColorado has become the third state in the country to have a confirmed case of vesicular stomatitis (VSV). Follow the Colorado State Department of Agriculture for updates. We will also be updating this page regularly. If you suspect your horse has VS or shows any sores similar to VS, call your vet and do not…
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Homemade Fly Spray
Read more: Homemade Fly SprayAre you looking for a good DIY flyspray that you can make at home? One that actually works? Look no further. This is made with mostly natural ingredients and is much less harsh on your skin/lungs/everything else it gets on.
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All About Foaling with Dr. Pat McCue of CSU
Read more: All About Foaling with Dr. Pat McCue of CSUWe are lucky to have Colorado State University here, they offer an exceptional team of equine vets to the community. Dr. Pat McCue has done a series on the Colorado State University Equine Reproduction Laboratory Facebook Page regarding foaling. If you plan on breeding, we highly recommend watching this to further your education!
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Una moved to Colorado in 2007 and started the Colorado Horse Forum as a way to meet other equestrians in the area. Una now rides and competes in dressage. She operates a small dressage horse breeding program in Castle Rock.
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