MSU Extension 4-H Companion Animals

News

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  Michigan 4-H Fire Explorers Club comes to the rescue while building future firefighters

  Published on July 19, 2017
  With a diminishing number of volunteers in emergency services, including firefighters and emergency medical technician crews, one Upper Peninsula township faced a growing problem.

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  Michigan’s first Borlaug-Ruan interns credit 4-H for their success

  Published on July 13, 2017
  In just three years, two Michigan youth have received the prestigious Borlaug-Ruan International Internship, an honor bestowed on individuals who fight for food security for all.

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  Showmanship 101 for all species

  Published on June 6, 2017
  A basic understanding of showmanship, no matter what species of animal you are showing.

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  4-H ‘true leaders’ across Michigan assist in rangeland wildfire disaster relief

  Published on May 11, 2017
  Early in March, regions of Colorado, Oklahoma, Kansas and Texas were devastated by high winds and uncontrollable wildfires. Seeing a critical need, Michigan 4-H'ers across the state stepped up to show their support and provide relief.

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  Michigan 4-H alum Izzy showcases her passion for fashion on this season’s Project Runway: Junior

  Published on February 14, 2017
  A Michigan 4-H'er is living out her childhood dream at the young age of 16. She was a contestant on season two of the reality show "Project Runway: Junior," currently airing on Lifetime TV.

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  4-H Challenged Me helps kids make a new connection

  Published on February 10, 2017
  A new peer-to-peer Michigan State University Extension Michigan 4-H program is giving mild to severely disabled children from Lapeer, Macomb, Tuscola and Sanilac counties the chance to show livestock at the Eastern Michigan State Fair.

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  Veterinary Feed Directive impact on youth exhibitors

  Published on December 9, 2016
  New Veterinary Feed Directive (VFD) requirements begin Jan. 1, 2017, affecting all livestock producers—including youth.

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  Steps to developing a Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship

  Published on December 9, 2016
  Be prepared for the unexpected when raising animals by developing a Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship.

• Daily observation is key in animal health and wellbeing

  Published on November 29, 2016
  Daily observation helps animal owners properly monitor their animal’s health and wellbeing.

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  Checklist to prepare 4-H animal project facilities for winter weather

  Published on October 27, 2016
  Ten items to check for and do before winter weather arrives when you have or are getting 4-H animal projects.