Hoof Care for Florida Horses

Hoof Care for Florida Horses

In Florida, the hot and humid climate can make it challenging to keep horse’s hooves healthy.  Microorganisms thrive in warm and wet environments and can cause infections. Here are some basic hoof care tips for Florida horses: Regular Trimming – schedule regular...
Summer Care for Horses

Summer Care for Horses

Saundra TenBroeck, UF/IFAS State Extension Horse Specialist Summertime brings many positives for horse owners: longer days, shorter hair coats, and lower feed bills, utilizing pasture instead of hay. Some of the challenges that arrive with hot/humid days of summer...
Management Strategies for Weaning Foals

Management Strategies for Weaning Foals

Saundra TenBroeck, UF/IFAS State Extension Horse Specialist Whether you are a small breeder producing one or two foals a year, or a much larger commercial operation, weaning can be a challenging time for the mare, foal and manager. Many factors affect the when, how...
Effective Use of Dewormers for Horses

Effective Use of Dewormers for Horses

Horses have been used for farm work, as a form of recreation, and exhibition for many years. They come in many sizes, colors shapes and temperaments. One of the most common issues that can affect a horse’s overall performance can’t be seen from the outside....