It may look like just another bottle of fly spray but Ultra Shield EX is so much more. Not only does it kill and repel flies and other creepy crawlers on the spot, it also contains sunscreen! It is weatherproof, sweat resistent, and can last up to seventeen days! What didn't they think of? It comes in four different sizes ranging from an easy portable 4oz to a 1 gallon bottle. How could you go worng? especially with a good reliable brand like Absorbine .

When the heat and flies are at their wost, Lubrisyn wants to make sure your equine partner stays healthy throughout the spring and summer.

 Our experts have gotten together and put together some interesting information and tips on how to keep your horse healthy and comfortable in the ever changing seasons. When Spring and Summer arrive, so do hot temperatures, new plants and allergies, as well as insects and pests.

• In the Spring and early Summer, make the transition from hay to pasture feeding slowly. While Spring sprouts are lower in sugar and starch, horses crave fresh and will overeat which is especially dangerous to overweight horses, or those that have experienced insulin-resistant laminitis.
• It is very important to maintain regular vaccinations, deworming, and dental exams. Check with your veterinarian about seasonal vaccinations. Keep a detailed calendar of when your horse needs to be wormed. Also checking with your vet or equine dentist to establish a regular float schedule is very important to your horse’s health.
• Always make sure there is fresh, clean, ample supply of water. Different things will affect the amount of water your horse needs including outside temperature, work load, feed, size, and health.

 Article Written by: Lubrisyn

Having just had my first experience with Pigeon Fever (Dryland Distemper, Pigeon Breast) a few months ago, I thought I would share this article from the Texas Animal Health Commission and Dr. Piper Norton.

"Pigeon Fever" in Horses Update

Contrary to what the name might imply, pigeons have nothing to do with transmission of the equine disease known as "pigeon fever", which is also called Dryland Distemper. "Pigeon Fever" causes abscesses and swelling in the horse's pectoral region (breast muscles) causing a "pigeon-like" appearance, and is caused by the bacteria Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis. Pigeon fever is most common in dry areas of the Western United States, but cases diagnosed in other parts of the country may be on the increase.

Shared courtesy of Merial

“Won’t happen to my horse.”
 
“I haven’t taken my horse anywhere; he’ll be fine.”
 
“That disease hasn’t been in our area.”
 
Think your horse is immune to the threat of infectious equine diseases because of a protected lifestyle? You might want to think again.

Although this article from Merial focuses primarily on Cattle, we decided to share it with you since many of the details remain true when you look at horses. 

DULUTH, Ga. — March 2012 —With only 5 percent of parasites living in cattle, that means 95 percent of the parasites on any given farm are calling the pasture home.¹ With this kind of parasite load distribution, it’s vitally important that a producer implement a sound strategic deworming program to help ensure that he is not only cleaning up his cattle, but is also cleaning up his pasture. Left unchecked, these parasites will affect the performance of a herd, as well as eat into an operation’s bottom line.¹

Came across this great article from Nutrena Feeds for selecting the right feed for your horse and as we already typically know what to buy...are we sure its' the correct feed?  Before going to the feed store next time they list a guide of what to consider when you are contemplating your feed selection.

1. Horse life stage

2. Horse's activity level

3. Any health issures your horse may have

4. Feed budget.

 You can also read here a blog we wrote last week about Weighing your horse without acale.