BarnManager Horse Health Series: Caring for the Senior Sport Horse, Part 2

From a veterinary perspective, horses can be considered “middle-aged” starting at age 13 years old and “seniors” by age 20. Although many sport horses may just be coming into their prime for training and competing during these years, horses show signs of aging at different rates just like
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BarnManager Horse Health Series: Caring for the Senior Sport Horse

Advances in equine medicine are enabling horses to perform longer in their athletic careers than ever before. Together with proper veterinary care, educated owners can offer senior horses a happy and pain-free life as they age into their senior years. Palm Beach Equine Clinic in Wellington, FL, is experienced
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BarnManager Horse Health Series: How Environment Affects Equine Gut Health

Anyone who has equine experience is aware of the very real threat of losing a horse to colic or other gastrointestinal disease. Looking back on the history of equine death causes, colic still holds the same percentage as it did 20 years ago, standing firm as the second
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BarnManager Horse Health Series: Shipping Fever

  Shipping fever is a respiratory disease complex associated with the transport of horses. This is a common problem horse owners should be aware of, especially if your horse is shipping south for the winter. Dr. Ryan Lukens of Palm Beach Equine Clinic in Wellington, FL, discusses the symptoms,
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BarnManager’s Favorite Equestrian Fall Activities

Fall is a beautiful time of year to spend outside and at the barn with your horse. The temperatures are not too hot but not too cold and the leaves on the trees are picture-perfect. Take advantage of this wonderful season by trying out some of BarnManager’s favorite
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BarnManager Q&A With: Nichola O’Donovan

BarnManager Q&A With: Nichola O’Donovan Nichola O’Donovan, manager for young show jumping athlete Hallie Grimes of Can We Keep It? LLC based out of Wellington, FL, and North Salem, NY What are three things that are always in your ring bag and why? Picking only three things is
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Protecting Your Horse Against West Nile Virus

By Glenye Cain Oakford BarnManager is the Official Barn Management Software of US Equestrian. It’s been a rollercoaster year for weather in the United States, with record-breaking heatwaves, dirt-cracking drought, and flooding rainfalls. That pattern hasn’t only been a trial for average citizens and livestock owners — it’s
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BarnManager Horse Health Series: Management of Thrush, Rainrot, and Scratches

Thrush, rainrot, and scratches are problems that most equestrians have encountered. While different in their presentation, thrush, rainrot, and scratches have a lot in common. These issues can arise due to environmental factors or predisposing conditions, but there are ways to treat or help prevent them with proper
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BarnManager’s Favorite Equestrian Athletes on Instagram

Equestrian athletes live exciting lives so it is always fun to follow along with them on Instagram to keep up with their busy schedules. The most entertaining accounts include riders who post additional content besides competition photos such as behind-the-scenes looks at their farms, training tips, their go-to
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Must-Watch Live Streams This Fall

As the end of the year approaches, there are several prestigious competitions and finals you will not want to miss seeing. Continue reading to learn where you can catch a few of the most noteworthy show jumping, hunter, equitation, dressage, and eventing shows this fall. Dressage at Devon:
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Six Tips To Prevent Mud

By Glenye Oakford BarnManager is the Official Barn Management Software of US Equestrian. Mud is hard on humans and horses alike, and many a barn manager undoubtedly has wished they could simply wave a magic wand to get rid of it. Reducing mud around the barn and pasture
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BarnManager Q&A With: Corie Bannon

BarnManager Q&A With: Corie Bannon Corie Bannon, office manager for Hampton Green Farm and show groom for international dressage athlete Kerrigan Gluch, based out of Ocala, FL What are three things that are always in your ring bag and why? For my ringside bag, I like to plan
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BarnManager Horse Health Series: Proper Hoof Care

Proper hoof health can be difficult to achieve at any time of year, especially during the months with higher temperatures and humidity. A solid, healthy hoof is even more difficult to attain in a warmer climate due to an increase in moisture in the environment. Dr. Stephen O’Grady
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BarnManager’s Favorite Equestrian Influencers

Many equestrians use social media to stay on top of the latest news and results in the sport. In addition to keeping up with your favorite riders and horse shows, consider adding a few influencers to your follow list and enjoy the wonderful world of horses from their
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Barn Upgrades for Horse Health

By Kim F. Miller BarnManager is the Official Barn Management Software of US Equestrian. If you are building a new barn or planning a remodel, one important factor to keep in mind is the importance of ventilation. Fresh, circulating air is the essential element veterinarians urge when planning
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BarnManager Q&A With: Madeline Finley

BarnManager Q&A With: Madeline Finley Madeline Finley, manager at Maarten Huygens Horse Sales based out of Wellington, FL, and North Salem, NY What are three things that are always in your ring bag and why? I like to travel light. I try to only carry the essentials. With
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BarnManager Horse Health Series: Equine Dentistry

Consistent equine dental exams are important for the health of a horse’s mouth as well as the rest of their body. The goals of equine dentistry may appear straightforward, but they include a complex system of evaluations that in turn affect the entire well-being of a horse. At
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Must-Watch Live Streams in August

The month of August is jam-packed with major show jumping, hunter, equitation, dressage, and eventing competitions. Continue reading to find out how to tune in to the final events of the summer. FEI North American Youth Championships August 8-13, 2023 – The 2023 FEI North American Youth Championships
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