Recent Blog Posts

• Will Creep Feeding Pay in 2011?

  July 1, 2011
  With this year's historically high commodity markets looking us in the face, many beef producers are asking about the merits of creep feeding their calves.
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• Detecting heat stroke in horses

  July 1, 2011
  If you detect the symptoms of heat stroke in your horse, you should call your veterinarian immediately.
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• Differences between English and Western saddles

  July 1, 2011
  Much of the origins of English and Western riding styles are defined by the practicality of their saddles. Here are some key differences between the saddles and how they correlate back to their respective style. Western riding:Western riding has its roots from cowboys in the west.
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• Seeking dental care for your horse

  June 16, 2011
  Horses, like humans, can have problems when it comes to their teeth. The solution to these problems is also the same for both: talking to a dentist. The main difference is the dentist’s specialty in the fact that you will want one that is equine-based. Here are some ideas from Dr.
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• Three reasons why your new horse may be bucking

  June 16, 2011
  You saw the guy you bought your horse from riding it just fine, but when you brought it home, it started to buck. So what changed since you brought him back to your stables? Katherine Blocksdorf of About.
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• Weaning a beef calf

  April 19, 2011
  While dairy calves are typically taken away from their mothers a bit sooner, beef calves are left with their mothers to help them grow. Consequently, it is harder to wean them off of their mother’s milk.
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• Avoiding mistakes while making your fence

  April 19, 2011
  Good fences make good neighbors. Bad fences are ugly. Here are a few tips for building that perfect fence that would make Bob Vila blush: Where is that supposed to go again? When building your fence, it is important to know how far apart each post should be.
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