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This month's e-Tips features an article from The Unwanted Horse Coalition. With an uncertain economy and high feed costs there is a growing number of "unwanted horses" in the U.S. In this issue you will find resources to help both the current and potential horse owner make responsible decisions on horse ownership. We are excited to have Dr. Tom Lenz, DVM, chair of The Unwanted Horse Coalition, as presenter for the May 14 Web presentation on The Unwanted Horse. Come join us!
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Own Responsibly
The Unwanted Horse Coalition
By educating existing and potential owners, breeders, sellers and horse organizations about the long-term responsibilities of owning and caring for horses, and focusing on opportunities available for these horses, The Unwanted Horse Coalition (UHC) hopes teaching people to own responsibly will help lower the number of unwanted horses. The UHC answers your important questions about owning a horse. Read on...
Reprinted with permission from the UHC
e-Tip of the Month
Ensuring Responsible Horse Ownership
Some important points to consider as a horse owner, horse professional or a prospective horse owner:
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Place Horses Appropriately—The American Horse Council estimates that the average length of time of horse ownership is only 4.5 years. Read on...
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Breed Discriminately—Horse owners should breed only horses that will have a legitimate place in the horse industry. Read on...
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Be Proactive—The Unwanted Horse Coalition, developed by the American Horse Council, has both individual and association memberships. Read on...
Read more...
Question of the Month
True or false :
1) A gradual weaning system promotes healthier foals and mares than an abrupt weaning system.
2) You should milk your mare to get rid of excess milk after the weaning process.
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Photo of the Month
Mare and foal approaching the pesky photographer.
Photo submitted by Amy McLean.
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May 2008
In This Issue
News & Updates
Join us for a Free Live Web Presentation!
The Unwanted Horse
by Dr. Tom Lenz
May 14, 7:00 p.m. EST
Attend the forum—The Unwanted Horse Issue: What Now?
Washington, D.C.
June 18, 2008
Check it out!
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