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Tips for Protecting Your Farm Animals During Cold Weather
As we head into the colder months of the year, it is important to remember that farm animals need extra care during this time. Protecting your farm animals during cold weather requires a combination of planning and preventative measures. Below we will discuss some...
The Importance of Hoof Care for Exotic Animals
Hoofed animals can be found on every continent and come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. From the tiny chevrotain to the massive African elephant, all hooved animals share one common trait: they rely on their feet for mobility and healthy feet are essential for...
4 Ways to Make Money from Your Hobby Farm
Did you know that of the 2.1 million farms in the United States, 97% are family-owned operations? On hobby farms, animals are often kept for pleasure, rather than profit, and crops are usually grown for personal use or to feed the animals. Small hobby farms can...
What is Hoof Rot?
Hoof rot can spell big trouble for the health and performance of animals everywhere. It's recognized as a leading cause of lameness, is contagious, and can ultimately impact the productivity of other animals. So, if you spot the early signs of an infection, you must...
Tips for Potbelly Pig Owners
Caring for a potbelly pig can be incredibly rewarding. They’re kind, intelligent, and affectionate animals, each with their own personalities and quirks. But not practicing proper pig care can quickly turn this rewarding experience into a difficult one. Here are tips...
A Beginner’s Guide to Owning Goats
Goats are gaining popularity, and it’s no wonder why. They can offer a constant milk supply, are nature’s weed eaters, and can be great companions. Goats are also fun, intelligent, and all have their own distinct personalities. Some goats can even serve as registered...
Horse Care Tips for the Summer Months
Horses are prone to overheating and dehydration in the summer, so owners need to take extra steps to keep them cool when temperatures start rising. Here are horse care tips for the summer months to help keep you and your horse cool. 1. Schedule your ride in the early...
How to Insure Your Horse
How to Insure Your Horse A horse is a big emotional and financial investment. Unexpected injuries to your horse can land you with expensive medical bills that may be difficult to afford. Here’s what you need to know about horse insurance and what you should consider...
Horse Grooming Tips – How to Make Horse Care Easier
Horse grooming is a daily task that keeps our horses looking and feeling their best, but it can quickly become challenging if your horse isn’t comfortable. Follow these tips to keep your horse calm and make caring for horses more manageable. 1. Choose the right brush...
The Hoof Boss and the Ontario Veterinary College
Recently, we received a call from Jeff Rua, a professor at the Ontario Veterinary College in Canada. He was contacting us to inquire about our tool, the Hoof Boss. He explained that he was faced with a couple issues regarding hooves at the College’s DMV program and he...
