MSU Extension Horses

Resources

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  Horse Manure Management Plans

  Published on September 18, 2020

  Overwhelmed by horse manure? If you answered yes to this question, it may be time to reevaluate your current management practices.

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  Supporting the Animal Agriculture Industry in Michigan

  Published on June 18, 2020

  Michigan State University (MSU) Extension works to increase farmers’ success while protecting the environment and ensuring food safety.

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  Basic horse handling practices for first responders

  Published on November 5, 2019

  A tip sheet for basic safe handling practices of horses for first responders.

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  Mortality Management After a Rollover Event

  Published on October 4, 2019

  A guide to mortality management options after an unexpected situation.

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  Mortality Management After a Rollover Event

  Published on October 4, 2019

  A guide to mortality management options after an unexpected situation.

• Michigan 4-H Horse & Pony Project Snapshot (4H1614)

  Published on September 17, 2019

  This 4-H snapshot sheet covers what 4-H’ers can learn from a 4-H horse and pony project, ways to get involved and resources for learning more.

• Euthanasia of Large Animals - Firearm

  Published on July 2, 2018

  Location and angle for humane euthanasia of large animals using a firearm.

• Euthanasia of Large Animals - Bolt Gun

  Published on July 2, 2018

  Location and angle for humane euthanasia of large animals using a penetrating captive bolt gun.

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  4-H Equine Welfare Assessment Sample Scenarios 4H1748S

  Published on September 12, 2017

  A supplement to 4-H Equine Welfare Assessment, this document provides sample scenarios that allow teams or individuals to test their equine welfare knowledge, or prepare for an equine welfare judging competition.

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  4-H Equine Welfare Assessment 4H1748

  Published on September 12, 2017

  This guide will help youth learn equine welfare principles as well as how to better care for their own horses.