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Wednesday, May 23, 2018

Illinois 4-H Horse Show Guidelines

The information contained in this document is in accordance with the applicable breed association show rules per the date indicated on the front page of this document. In the event that this information becomes outdated, a 4-H Horse Show committee... Read More

Tuesday, March 27, 2018

The Coggins Test and Equine Infectious Anemia

Most people that have horses have heard about the Coggins test but don’t know much more than the test is required by state law. In fact, many people think the Coggins test identifies Coggins disease; however, the disease is actually named Eq... Read More

Tuesday, June 28, 2016

Battling Bugs: Chemicals, Clothes, Fans, Parasitoids and Zappers

As we celebrate the advent of the warmth of summer, we also begin the annual battle initiated by the arrival of bugs. Like most health management issues for our four-legged friends, fly and mosquito control requires a multi-pronged attack.... Read More

Wednesday, May 4, 2016

Summertime Skin Concerns for Horses

Anyone that owns horses knows full well that summer, with its heat, humidity, hot sun and insects, can be a time of itchy, scratchy, bug bitten misery for our trusty steeds. With the skin being the body’s largest and most important organ, sk... Read More

Tuesday, March 1, 2016

Obesity in Horses - A Growing Concern

A recent study conducted at The University of Nottingham’s School of Veterinary Medicine and Science in England reported that rates of obesity in horses are likely to be just as high as they are in humans. Using the data collected from... Read More

Friday, February 26, 2016

The Breeding Soundness Exam

Historically, horses have been selected for many traits (speed, agility, cow sense, color, prettiness, muscling, etc.), but fertility has seldom been on that list. As a result, the horse breeding world often has to deal with horses that are... Read More

Thursday, February 4, 2016

Cold Weather Feeding Management for Horses

Illinois winters can be unpredictable. Prolonged periods of rather mild seasonal temperatures may be punctuated by brief or extended periods of extreme cold and/or wind. During these "cold snaps", your horse's diet should be adjusted to meet the e... Read More

Wednesday, October 22, 2014

2022 Illinois Horse Judges Directory

State Specialist's Message Dear Horseperson: The Illinois Horse Judges Seminar is designed to meet three major areas of need. First, the seminar is designed as an educational opportunity for judges and potential judges of... Read More

Tuesday, February 19, 2013

Foaling Preparation

Winter is the time of year when many mares are in their last trimester of gestation or are close to foaling. Creating a checklist for your facility can be essential to mare and foal survival. Although many mares will successfully fo... Read More

Thursday, November 15, 2012

Artificial Lighting: Preparing for Early Breeding

Horses are long day breeders that depend on natural sun light for reproductive function. Mares are seasonal polyestrous animals that have multiple estrous cycles throughout the warmer months of the year. During periods of shorter daylight and cold... Read More

Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Artificial Insemination

Artificial insemination (AI) is a relatively common practice for the equine breeding industry. Advances over the last few decades have made AI an effective technique with acceptable conception and pregnancy rates. In many cases, utilizing AI over... Read More

Thursday, May 12, 2011

Shoeing and Hoof Care of Horses

Spring is here and it's time to enjoy horseback riding on the trails, at shows, or just in your own back yard or boarding stable. Before heading out to ride, though, your horse's hoof care and shoeing should be maintained.... Read More

Thursday, August 13, 2009

Dealing with “Equine Metabolic Syndrome”

Equine Metabolic Syndrome is basically a "prosperity disease" of horses that are genetically thrifty. In other words, some types of equines including certain pony breeds, Morgans, Pasos (Paso Fino, Peruvian Paso), domesticated Spanish Mustangs... Read More

Thursday, December 18, 2008

Beet Pulp as a Fiber Source for Horses

With the current price of hay, horse owners may be interested in options for stretching their hay supply this winter. Beet pulp may be just the thing to help with that as it can function as a soft, easily digestible supplement to your horse's roug... Read More

Tuesday, July 29, 2008

Tips for Hauling Horses during Hot Weather

The summer horse show and trail riding season has arrived. Although the scorching hot temperatures have yet to hit horse owners should be aware of how these approaching hot, humid conditions can affect their horses during transport to these event... Read More

Tuesday, July 29, 2008

Understanding and Avoiding Laminitis and Founder in Horses

Friday, December 14, 2007

Winter Weather Horse Management Tips

Old Man Winter is about to come a callin'. Are you and your horse ready for his arrival? Is your mare or gelding in adequate body condition to easily handle the cold, wet, windy weather of winter? Are you letting your horse grow a winter hair coat... Read More

Friday, November 9, 2007

Alternative Feeds for Horses during Hay Shortages

The talk among many horse owners during the fall of 2007, while approaching the winter, has been the lack of forage in certain parts of the Midwest due to either wet spring weather and/or subsequent drought. Although some states like Oklahoma and... Read More

Monday, July 23, 2007

USDA Study Finds Variable Requirements For Horse Health Care At Equine Events

A USDA equine events study, entitled "Equine 2005" is the first of its kind, and was conducted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) from January of 2005 through April of 2006. This study used data collected from six cooperating s... Read More

Wednesday, January 17, 2007

Winter Time Hoof and Mouth Care for Horses

Cold temperatures and snow covered ground can lead to hoof and mouth related problems for horses, especially older animals that may already have less than ideal soundness of teeth, feet and legs.... Read More

Monday, July 10, 2006

Fly Predators Control Flies in Horse Facilities

Fly season is in full swing and fly control should also be at its peak. There are various types of fly control which attack your fly problem from different directions. Are you utilizing the full arsenal of fly control measures to optimize the redu... Read More

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Monday, March 20, 2006

All-Youth Horse Judging Trials Results

Results of the All-Youth Horse Judging Trials held in conjunction with Illinois Horse Fair the second Saturday of March, 2014... Read More

Tuesday, December 6, 2005

Parasite Control in Horses

Parasites of the horse cause tremendous economic loss as well as a great deal of pain and suffering to both the horse and horse owner. More than 80 different internal parasites afflict horses around the world. Total elimination of parasites in hors... Read More

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Illinois Internet Hay & Straw Directory
Clean, Fresh Air Keeps Horses Healthy
Alternative Feeds for Horses during Hay Shortages
Winter Weather Horse Management Tips
Beet Pulp as a Fiber Source for Horses
2022 Illinois Horse Judges Directory
Cold Weather Feeding Management for Horses

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