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Topic: What is the 4-H Horse Project All About? Speaker: Karen Waite, M.S., Michigan State University
Date: Tuesday, May 22, 2007
Time: 7:00 PM- Eastern Daylight Time
The 4-H Horse Project means different things to different people. The fact is, there are lots of ways to "expand your horse project horizons" that many people aren't aware of. We'll spend time talking about how to get started in Horse Bowl, Hippology, Horse Judging, and much, much more! Sign up today! |
Did you know...?
Did you know that Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA), also known as Coggins Disease, is spread through the exchange of blood from an infected animal to an uninfected animal, usually by biting flies. It is a viral disease that produces anemia, intermittent fever, and severe weight loss in equidae (horses, ponies, mules, and donkeys). |
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e-Tip of the Week
As biting fly season begins (May through October), it's time to think about testing your horse for Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA). Here are some tips to reduce the risk of EIA infection:
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Reduce flies in barns or stables and pastures as much as possible.
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Avoid exposing a healthy animal to sick animals.
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Clean and sterilize all instruments thoroughly. When using needles, use a new sterile one on each animal.
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Do not share saddles, bridles, and other pieces of equipment between any animals with open or bleeding wounds or sores.
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Observe your animals daily. At the first appearance of any of the disease signs- fever, depression, or loss of appetite- isolate the sick animal and call your veterinarian.
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Establish a routine EIA testing schedule for your horse with your veterinarian. |
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Horse Quote of the Week
The essential joy of being with horses is that it brings us in contact with the rare elements of grace, beauty, spirit, and fire.
~ Sharon Ralls Lemon ~ | |
