MSU Extension 4-H Horses & Ponies

Youth explore veterinary and animal science by engaging in horse projects that develop life skills. Activities include showing, riding, educational contests, leadership opportunities, career exploration and judging; many do not require horse ownership.

Contact

For more information on how to get involved as a youth or volunteer, contact your county MSU Extension office or

Taylor Fabus, Educator
Email: tenlenta@msu.edu
Phone: 517-353-1748

Department of Animal Science
Web: http://www.canr.msu.edu/ans/

Sportsmanship

News

Defining horse jargon: Movement terms

Published on September 29, 2020

Dispel confusing horse jargon by defining commonly used terms related to movement.

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

Published on September 18, 2020

Michigan State University Extension has developed a resource a document to help equine owners feel more confident in managing horse manure.

Update: Eastern equine encephalitis reported in Michigan horses

Published on August 14, 2020

Vaccinate your horse to protect it from getting sick from eastern equine encephalitis.

Michigan State University Extension releases COVID-19 Hazard Assessment and Mitigation Program (CHAMP) e-tool to support the agriculture industry

Published on June 24, 2020

The MSU Extension CHAMP e-tool will assist farms and businesses involved in agriculture with developing a written COVID-19 control plan.

New online series in livestock education

Published on May 28, 2020

A new seven-part series focuses on livestock daily care, nutrition and showmanship.