§ 780.328 Meaning of livestock. The term “livestock” includes cattle, sheep, horses, goats, and other domestic animals ordinarily raised or used on the farm. This is further discussed in § 780.120. Turkeys or domesticated fowl are considered poultry and not livestock within the meaning of this exemption. Do horses count Read more…
California Vehicle Code section 21050 tells us that any rider or driver of any animal on the roadway is afforded all the rights and is subject to all the duties of any other vehicle on the roadway. Can you use a horse as transportation in California? Just like cyclists, pedestrians Read more…
A good pasture will meet the nutritional needs of most horses including brood and lactating mares and growing foals, although working horses may require some supplementation. However, the grazing habits of horses require that special consideration is given to the selection and management of the pasture. Can horses be on Read more…
The yeast extracts directly support the structure and functioning of the gut, while also facilitating better nutrient absorption, helping horses cope and thrive even in the face of modern feed and feed management routines. How much yeast should I give my horse? Due to its distinctive taste, you may find Read more…
Leaky gut is a digestive issue that most commonly affects performance horses. It can increase the risk of colic and causes systemic inflammation. It is said that 70% of the horse’s immune system resides in the gut. How can I improve my horse’s gut health? 8 Ways to Improve Gut Read more…
Loading is simply a response to the step cue you’ve taught your horse through heeding. The horse that has learned to stay at your shoulder, trust your consistency and trust that he’s got your full attention whenever you’re with him. He has learned that your step is a cue for Read more…
A healthy foal should stand within 1 hour. Should start nursing within 2 hours. Should pass the meconium (first feces) within 3 hours after birth. How long should a foal take to stand? After 30 minutes the foal should start to thrust front legs forward and attempt to stand – Read more…
Horses: Each horse needs 100 square feet of stall space (this can be in separate stalls, or large open loaf- ing [3-sided] shed if animals do not antagonize each other), 200 square feet of corral per horse in addition to pasture, 2 feet of bunk space set aside from others, Read more…
“If you feel your horse begin to nap, keep his feet moving and his neck bent,” advises Shane. “By asking the horse to go left and right continually he will learn that it’s easier to go forward. “Being able to manoeuvre his hindquarters also means you will be able to Read more…
The stay apparatus is, in essence, a survival mechanism. Horses are not able to quickly transition from a lying position to standing. Because of this, they remain standing for the majority of the day. Can horses stand up after lying down? This is a survival mechanism for horses, due to Read more…