Resources
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Functional Anatomy of the Horse Foot
Published on February 12, 2016
A publication about the the functional anatomy of the horse foot. -
Unsoundness and Blemishes of Horses: Head, Body, Respiratory Tract, and Stable Vices
Published on February 12, 2016
This is a 4 page publication about the unsoundness and blemishes of horses: head, body, respiratory tract, and stable vices. -
Unsoundness and Blemishes of Horses: Feet and Legs
Published on February 12, 2016
This is a four-page publication about the unsoundness of horses' feet and legs. -
Housing Your Pleasure Horse
Published on February 12, 2016
Information on housing your pleasure horse. -
Carcass Composting-A Mortality Management Option Michigan Equine Owners
Published on November 17, 2015
This bulletin offers useful information on a difficult topic for equine owners: disposing of dead animals in an environmentally friendly way. -
Toxic Plants of Concern in Pastures and Hay for Michigan Horses
Published on November 10, 2015
Many Michigan horse owners worry that toxic plants may be present in their pastures and hay. Although numerous plants can create problems to horse health, the reality is that poisonings from toxic plants are not all that common under most circumstances. -
Buying Horse Hay
Published on October 27, 2015
Whether used for work, sports, recreation or companionship, horses need high-quality forage. Not all hay has the same quality, even that grown or harvested at the same time. Quality hay has a high nutrient content and is free of dust, mold and other matter -
Horse Farm Management Workbook
Published on October 26, 2015
While preparing this informative booklet, the author has attempted to touch on many phases of horse activity. Some parts are quite detailed while others are quite simply stated -
Michigan Trees Toxic to Horses, Donkeys, and Mules
Published on October 26, 2015
Trees are of immense benefit to both the value and the esthetics of a property, but certain trees may be harmful to livestock. Five trees are discussed below. -
Common Toxins in Equine Feedstuffs
Published on October 26, 2015
Equine feedstuffs can be exposed to toxins during growth, harvest and storage. Plant disease, environmental conditions and insect infestation can all increase the likelihood of toxins being present in grains and hays.