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Doc-t posted a new post. 5 years ago
Waste Composting ( Moved to community.thehorsesadvocate.com )Composting of horse waste is done on several farms I visit. This has several benefits that are discussed here with pictures of some set ups on a few farms.
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Doc-t posted a new post. 5 years ago
Waste Cleaning ( Moved to community.thehorsesadvocate.com )Where ever horses are, poop and urine happen. Daily. It is the most basic of horse care to clean the areas where they spend time, yet some people skimp on this needed process.
There are several reasons…
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Doc-t posted a new post. 5 years ago
A Veterinarian’s Christmas Story ( Moved to community.thehorsesadvocate.com )This is a reprint of a blog I wrote in 2013 how I was faced with the possibility of killing my own horse with my incompetence. A story about faith.
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Doc-t posted a new post. 6 years ago
Cheerleading and Coaching Horses ( Moved to community.thehorsesadvocate.com )Here is a simple concept you can use that will immediately change your relationship with your horses. It will also help with your spouse, children or the person behind the counter at the convenient store. It…
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Doc-t posted a new post. 6 years ago
* Feeding Horses - The Frequently Asked Questions ( Moved to community.thehorsesadvocate.com )The most frequently asked questions about feeding horses asked in emails, comments and in social media. These equine nutrition questions are the bare essentials.
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Doc-t posted a new post. 6 years ago
The Death Of Horses ( Moved to community.thehorsesadvocate.com )Horse owners say, “I just want what’s best for my horse.” This is code for “I’m overwhelmed with information. I don’t know who to trust.” A 7 yr old dies of colic – who do we blame?
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Doc-t posted a new post. 6 years ago
The Trouble With Dentistry As Seen By A Human Doctor ( Moved to community.thehorsesadvocate.com )A popular medical doctor wrote an article “The Trouble With Dentistry.” I apply his thoughts to equine dentistry, diet, cheek tooth fractures, lectins, EOTRH, autoimmune disease, etc.
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Doc-t posted a new post. 6 years ago
Cheese Doodles, Chocolate Bars and Candy Won’t Hurt You ( Moved to community.thehorsesadvocate.com )When is it OK to eat sugar? Enjoy this comical video which basically explains how sugar is necessary for body functions and is OK even in abundance at certain times.
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Doc-t posted a new post. 6 years ago
A Better Approach To Parasite Control ( Moved to community.thehorsesadvocate.com )Parasite control is being debated within the profession. The worry of resistance is real. But the truth of controlling parasites lies in how your mother prevented them in you. This is a tough-love advice blog…
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Doc-t posted a new post. 6 years ago
Decomplexicating Horsemanship - Eliminate Fear ( Moved to community.thehorsesadvocate.com )Fear alone stops most people from becoming connected with their horses. This describes how one person’s fear affected a horse and how that changed with another person.
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Doc-t posted a new post. 6 years ago
ECEIM Consensus Statement On Equine Metabolic Syndrome ( Moved to community.thehorsesadvocate.com )The European College of Equine Internal Medicine (ECEIM) issued a statement on a problem affecting horses called Equine Metabolic Syndrome. I summarize it here.
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Doc-t posted a new post. 6 years ago
Weed Killer In My Beer And Wine ( Moved to community.thehorsesadvocate.com )There are a lot of you who drink beer and a lot who drink wine. Some drink both. Today’s newspaper has some bad news for you. There is weed killer in your favorite beverage including organic wine.
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Doc-t posted a new post. 6 years ago
Thank You ( Moved to community.thehorsesadvocate.com )This is just a “Thank You” to all who invite us to your farm to help with your horses. We feel so blessed. No national holiday needed. While “booty” is not required, it is appreciated!
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Doc-t posted a new post. 6 years ago
A Question About Soybeans ( Moved to community.thehorsesadvocate.com )The objections to using soybean meal in horses as a protein source are addressed here: GMO, glyphosate, feminization. How SBM is made and my conclusions are here too.
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Ionophores are chemicals added to feed for cattle and poultry to increase their growth before slaughter. The one we are most familiar with is Monensin. When ingested by monogastric animals (horses, swine,… Read more
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Doc-t posted a new post. 6 years ago
Disruptors ( Moved to community.thehorsesadvocate.com )I discuss what an “altruistic disrupter” is and how they can benefit your horses in health and well being. While not easy for the horse industry, it is the right thing to do.
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