Elevated Equine
A team of UGA Extension county agents created the Elevated Equine website as a resource for horse owners and professionals. The site includes The Leading Rein newsletter, helpful resources, and a list of equine events happening around the state of Georgia.
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Posted by Brenda Jackson on Oct 17, 2024
Equine Vaccinations
By Brenda Jackson As we’ve all learned during the recent pandemic, a vaccination “increases resistance to diseases that are endemic to a region…with potential public health significance…” They are often made from a weakened or killed version of the virus, bacteria or toxin in order to induce an immune response without causing illness. For that […]
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Posted by rlstew2 on Oct 4, 2023
Horse Club Activity: Pattern Party
Patterns are a vital part of numerous riding and in-hand classes, but they can often be more intricate than they appear at first glance. Understanding patterns can be a fun activitiy that fills club meetings during those rainy days. Break the meeting into three parts. Start by introducing patterns and the symbols you will be […]
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Posted by rlstew2 on Oct 4, 2023
The Tack Room: Wool Saddle Pad Care
The saddle pad is the important piece of tack and comes in contact with the horses skin the most. They must be kept clean and soft to prevent rubs or saddle sores. Keeping your saddle pad clean will protect your investment and prolong the life of the pad. Never use a high powered pressure washer […]
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Posted by rlstew2 on Oct 4, 2023
Extension Specialist Spotlight: Kylee Jo Duberstein
Brief Bio: Kylee Jo Duberstein was born in Missouri, but grew up in Gainesville, FL on a small horse farm where she competed jumping horses at a national level for over 15 years. She showed at the Grand Prix level for over 10 years and has won 4 USEF national standard Grand Prix events, as […]