Preparing for Show Season: Why Vaccines Are Key to Your Horse’s Health and Success
Show season is one of the most exciting times of the year for horse owners. Whether you're gearing up for a 4-H show, barrel racing, or halter classes, this time of year brings the chance to showcase months of hard work, dedication, and horsemanship. But before your...
Keeping Livestock Safe from Summer Diseases: What You Need to Know
Longer days, lush green pastures, and the hum of summer are the hallmarks of the season on a farm. Yet as temperatures rise, so do the risks to your herd’s health. Summer illnesses can spread fast through livestock, turning what should be a time of abundant grazing...
Spring into Health: Equine Shots and Wellness Care for Your Horse
The snow is melting, the birds are singing, and the pastures are starting to green up—spring has officially arrived in the tri-state area. As you pull off your horse’s winter blanket and start planning those long trail rides and upcoming competitions, it’s the perfect...
Preparing Sheep and Goats for Breeding Season: Tips for Success
A successful breeding season for sheep and goats begins long before introducing rams and bucks to ewes and does. Proper preparation promotes healthy pregnancies, high conception rates, and robust lambs and kids. A key component of preparation includes focusing on...
Equine Laminitis: Causes, Diagnostics, Treatment, and Prevention
Equine Laminitis: A Serious Condition Equine laminitis is one of the most painful and complex conditions affecting horses. This debilitating disease occurs when the laminae—tissues connecting the hoof wall to the coffin bone—become inflamed. Left untreated, laminitis...
Equine Dentition: The Importance of Dental Care for Your Horse
January and February are the perfect time to focus on your horse’s dental health! Routine dental care is a cornerstone of maintaining your horse’s comfort, health, and performance. Poor dental health can lead to problems like pain, reduced feed intake, and weight...
Preparing Sheep and Goats for Breeding Season
A successful breeding season for sheep and goats begins long before introducing rams and bucks to ewes and does. Proper preparation ensures healthy pregnancies, high conception rates, and robust lambs and kids. A key component of preparation includes focusing on...
Protect Your Horse from Potomac Horse Fever: What You Need to Know
Potomac horse fever (PHF) has made a significant comeback in recent years, catching many horse owners off guard. Once thought to be a regional issue when it was first discovered in 1979 near the Potomac River in the eastern United States, PHF is now appearing in...
Safe and Efficient Handling Facilities for Cattle, Swine, and Small Ruminants
Ensuring the safety and well-being of your livestock starts with having proper restraint and handling facilities. These facilities not only make it easier to manage your animals but also contribute significantly to their welfare and the safety of handlers. In this...
Showtime! How to Get Your Farm Animals Fair-Ready
Preparing animals for the state fair is an exciting and rewarding experience for young farmers and 4-H members. Ensuring that your livestock are in top condition not only showcases your hard work but also promotes animal health and safety. Check out Tri-State's guide...