Management
-
By: Allison Bailey, ANR Agent, Wilkes County Hay is the foundation of any horse’s diet. Most horses can get the majority of their nutrients from hay, with concentrates or supplements added as needed to complete the diet. Because horses are grazing animals, their digestive systems are designed to process forage almost continuously rather than in large meals like…
Posted in: General -
By: Brooklyne Wassel, County Extension Coordinator/ANR Agent, Pike County It is no secret that we have become more sedentary as people, leading to weight gain and an increase in associated health concerns. The same can be said for many of our animals, and horses are no exception. Many of the weight concerns that plague our…
-
Summer in Georgia brings more than just heat—it also marks the arrival of flies, mosquitoes, and other biting insects that can impact your horse’s health and comfort.
Posted in: Management