Recent News for Buildings & Structures
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Study Shows Stall Cleaning Impacts Stable Air Quality
September 08, 2009
A change in your approach to horse stall cleaning might result in improved air quality in the stable, report researchers from Georg-August University of Guttingen, in Germany. Researchers measured the air quality in the stable with different bedding... Read More
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Barn, Stall, and Fence Maintenance
September 01, 2009
Take a closer look at your barn and property and ensure it�s safe for horses and handlers. The care and keeping of your barn is important for the health and well-being of your horses and the humans that work with... Read More
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Ventilation: Go With the Flow
August 01, 2009
Ventilating your equine facilities is critically important for your horses' and your own health and well-being. Taking advantage of natural ventilation is the best way to design your facility for long-term comfort.... Read More
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Barn Fires: Avoid Hay Bale Combustion
July 24, 2009
Experienced agricultural producers in the southern Great Plains know that low wind speeds, high humidity, moist hay, and hot temperatures can be a recipe for disaster. Under such a set of circumstances, tightly stacked hay bales have been... Read More
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Horse Transport, Housing Stress Reflected in Hormone Levels
June 29, 2009
Horse transport and housing has an effect on the animals' stress levels, according to Shannon Garey, a PhD candidate under the direction of Theodore Friend, PhD, PAS, Dipl. ACAABS, of Texas A&M. Garey presented results of an ongoing study on... Read More
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Using Soil-Cement on Horse and Livestock Farms
June 28, 2009
Most farmers can identify with myriad problems associated with mud forming around high-traffic areas, including areas around horse and cattle waterers, feed bunks, round bale feeders, walk paths, and gate entrances. Mud is usually a result of... Read More
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Pastured Horses More Fit, Study Finds
June 09, 2009
Horses are better able to maintain fitness when turned out on large pasture, according to Patty Graham-Thiers, PhD, of Virginia Intermont College, Bristol, Va. She presented results of her recent study at the 2009 Equine Science Society... Read More
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Readers Comment on Riding Surfaces
May 15, 2009
More than 1,250 readers of TheHorse.com responded to a poll asking, "What kind of footing does your riding are... Read More
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Heaves Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention: AAEP 2008
May 06, 2009
The discussion covered a number of areas, including the pathophysiology of recurrent airway obstruction (RAO, also called heaves) and its diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. The causes of RAO are known to be inhaled allergens and irritants... Read More
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Dusty Air and Respiratory Problems
March 09, 2009
In addition to the risks viruses and bacteria pose to the horse, environmental exposure to particulates dispersed from feed, bedding, footing materials, and other sources (such as diesel exhaust) all can lead to IAD. Even small increases in aerodynam... Read More
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Aluminum Phosphide Poisoning
March 06, 2009
Aluminum phosphide is an indoor fumigant used to kill insects in most, if not all, of the stored grains we and our horses are exposed to. Like most pesticides, it can cause major problems in unintended species when used incorrectly.... Read More
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Horses and Tight Budgets
March 01, 2009
Here are a few ways to spend less on horsekeeping.... Read More
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Barn Fires: Strategies to Prevent and Respond (AAEP 2008)
February 04, 2009
Barn fires are the No. 1 local emergency that affects everyone from horse owners to veterinarians, and property owners to the horses themselves. Barn fires kill more horses annually than any other type of nonmedical emergency. ... Read More
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Good Barnkeeping
February 01, 2009
All horse owners wish they had more time with their horses. For those who keep horses at home it is always a struggle to keep up with regular farm and barn maintenance and have enough time left to enjoy the horses. Performing proper building ... Read More
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Barn-O-Matic
February 01, 2009
The latest models of automated waterers and feeders can take some of the work out of horsekeeping, and automatic stall cleaners can even minimize your time wielding a pitchfork! Finding it difficult to schedule enough... Read More
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Shortage of Wood Bedding Ongoing, Could Intensify
January 09, 2009
The housing market downturn is affecting more than just developers and realtors. Some horse owners have a new challenge in locating adequate, affordable bedding for their animals. Jeannie Queen of Clear Vision Equine, based i... Read More
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Heavy Snow Causes Problems for Horse Owners
December 30, 2008
After experiencing her area's worst snowstorm since 1968, Beth Sandland of Sandy, Ore., was unable to visit her boarded horses for three weeks. However, other horse owners have had to deal with a more serious side effect of winter weather:... Read More
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42 Horses Die in Minnesota Barn Fire
December 23, 2008
Sunday morning, Scot Stelter received the call that horse owners dread: the barn where six of his Quarter Horses were temporarily housed, along with 36 others, was on fire. The horses were trapped inside and died. <DIV class="figure... Read More
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Stable Air Quality a Breath of Fresh ... Endotoxin?
December 06, 2008
If you think you are pampering and protecting your horse in his cushy, comfortable stall instead of turning him out on pasture, think again. Michigan State University researchers have found that stabled horses are exposed to eight... Read More
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Forage Options for Special Needs Horses
November 08, 2008
Horses are often fed diets that also contain high levels of grains and supplements to maximise growth or productivity. Katie Young, PhD, consulting equine nutritionist for Purina Mills, presented information on forage options for horses with commonly... Read More
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Keeping Stalled Horses Happy
November 01, 2008
No matter the reason your horse is stalled, you can keep him happy and comfortable. Angela Riddle gave her barn operators strict orders to turn her Tennessee Walking Horse Amicus Mack out for a full day at least twice each... Read More
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Winter Barn Ventilation
November 01, 2008
How do you know if your barn is well-ventilated, and what can you do to fix it? What could possibly be more interesting than barn ventilation? It ranks right up there with oil changes and trimming those low-hanging tree... Read More
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Barn Upkeep/Equipment
September 01, 2008
High-quality products and maintenance can save time, money and providing a safer environment for your horse. ... Read More
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Take a Tour of the Olympic Stables
August 18, 2008
Members of the foreign press were invited to tour the Olympic stables. Access was limited and we didn't get to see all of the stable blocks (we were assured they're all identical), but we got a glimpse of life inside the famously... Read More
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Olympic Horse Venues Show Focus on Comfort, Safety, Environment
July 01, 2008
As the equestrian events of the 2008 Olympic Games draw ever-closer, it is time to take a look at the venues and facilities provided by the Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) which will ensure that the jumping, dressage, and eventing horses and riders... Read More
