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Mar 26, 2013
Developing Youths' Life Skills Through Equine Activities
Summary Using Iowa State University’s Targeting Life Skills Model, we will discuss how we can better structure our activities with youth...
Feb 26, 2013
Showing Trends from a Judge's Perspective
Summary Horse showing is an integral part of many people’s passion for their horses. Many spend countless hours preparing both their...
Jan 29, 2013
Risk Factors for Equine Metabolic Syndrome
Summary Equine metabolic syndrome (EMS) is characterized by obesity (and/or regional accumulations of fat), insulin resistance, and...
Jan 22, 2013
Is it Coping or is it a Vice? A Review of Cribbing, Weaving and Other Stereotypic Behaviors
Summary During the past decade, stereotypic behavior in horses has received considerable attention in the scientific literature. Research...
Dec 18, 2012
Horseplay! A Talk
Summary We tell children to “quit horsing around,” or describe exuberant play in children as “horseplay.” What is the basis for these...
Nov 27, 2012
Equine Energetics
Summary This presentation will provide an overview of energy (calorie) requirements and energy utilization for horses. You'll learn what...
Nov 27, 2012
Understanding Horse Body Language
Summary Perception and communication in horses will be discussed including auditory (neigh, nicker, roar, snort); visual (ears, tail,...
Oct 23, 2012
Protein Requirements for Horses
Summary Protein is perhaps the most misunderstood component of the equine diet. Protein is used in the formation of tissue, including...
Sep 25, 2012
Digestive Anatomy: Why We Feed Horses the Way We Do
Summary In this presentation we will take a tour through the horse's digestive tract, learning about the uniquenesses and problems that...
May 29, 2012
Structuring Your Horse Business to Succeed in the Future
Summary Information from Michelle Greenlee, on how to properly structure your equine business so that it will succeed in the future....
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