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Everyone that has a horse, who also lives in cold winter temperatures, has a guest house where their horse can sit next to a warm fire, read books and smoke out of the finest hand-crafted pipe.Or not…Much of the time, horses are stuck in extremely cold temperatures with very little to protect them from the harsh weather conditions. If you don’t have a heated house for you’re your horse to stay, here are some tips on winterizing your horse:Give Me ShelterThe best option for your horse is to be housed in a barn where they are surrounded on all sides...

It is essential to protect your barn from winter storms, and doing so will help keep your equipment safe and your livestock healthy through the long winter months. Some simple steps and a bit of forethought will make it easy to prepare, whether your barn is a small hobby structure or a large, commercial operation.Clean Thoroughly: Remove excess dust, cobwebs, and other debris that could become fire hazards when extra heaters are used in winter. Declutter aisles and eliminate unnecessary equipment to keep the barn a pleasant and safe place in winter.Make Essential Repairs: Check windows, doors, screens, gates, fences,...

Dietary Supplements are not mandatory for all pets. Yet, by definition of any dietary supplement, that bottle of vitamins and minerals are there to do just that – supplement your pets’ diet. Supplementation should not be confused with feeding your dog a full meal by any means. You can’t just expect to feed your pet a pill and expect everything to magically be perfect. Do your homework and take the dive into this article to learn more about how dietary supplements can help your pets. Over the past several years, supplements have become more and more recognized as a valuable...

All backyard birders want to believe that birds are perfectly safe in their yard, but there are many surprising threats that can be a problem even in the most bird-friendly spots. Fortunately, it is easy to spot these threats and take steps to minimize any risks to visiting birds.Top 10 Threats to Birds in Your BackyardTake a close look for these common threats in your backyard, then take the appropriate steps to fix them!PetsOutdoor pets – both cats and dogs – can be a grave threat to backyard birds. Not only may pets hunt or stalk birds, but they can...

Vaccines are widely accepted as essential for proper pet care, but there is little regulation and few consistent recommendations about vaccinating horses, whether they are livestock, working animals, show horses, or casual equine friends. Because horses are naturally hardy animals it can be difficult to justify frequent vaccinations, but a regular course of proper vaccinations can help keep your horse healthy and thriving.Why Recommendations DifferEvery horse has individual needs and may have different vaccination requirements. Different factors will influence which vaccines your horse should receive, including…Age, gender, size, weight and overall health of the animalExposure to other horses and different...