Articles tagged: Kathy Lundberg
Pets: Prevention is key to preserving property and animals when it comes to farm fire safety
Posted: Apr 21, 2012There are many potential fire hazards around a working farm. Even in the best of all situations, unexpected problems can occur. Prevention is clearly key to fire safety. Read more »
pets: Tale of the horse tail: Bags, braids and fakes
Posted: Nov 24, 2011"Why is that horse's tail bandaged? What is wrong with it?" I am sometimes asked this question regarding a horse with its tail in a bag. What is a tail bag and why is it ... Read more »
Pets: Shoes or no shoes, hoof care is an important part of horse health
Posted: Nov 15, 2011Why do some horses wear shoes and some do not? Which is better? The short answer is a function of physical characteristics and functional demands placed on the horse, as well human factors. Read more »
Pets: The all-American Quarter Horse: a breed with a 'melting pot' heritage
Posted: Oct 28, 2011The American Quarter Horse is the most popular horse in Michigan as it is in the United States as a whole. The <a href="http://www.aqha.com/">American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA)</a>, founded in 1940, has registered more than 5 million horses world-wide since then. Read more »
Pets: Sport horses (and riders) need good core muscle strength to promote back health
Posted: Oct 19, 2011Muscle must be trained to support the back and to protect it from injury. Both horses and riders need good core strength for best performance. Read more »
pets: To blanket or not blanket your horse - that is the question
Posted: Oct 13, 2011Blanketing can be a useful method of keeping your horse comfortable in the winter, especially if your horse remains in work through the cold months. To determine if blanketing is best for you, consider your riding goals, your horse’s individual characteristics, and the resources available to you to manage your horse’s clothing. Read more »
Pets: Haflinger horses are an old breed originating in the Tyrolean Alps
Posted: Aug 03, 2011The Haflinger http://www.haflingerhorses.com/ is a versatile breed developed in the Alps as an all-around horse for work under harness and saddlehttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tyrol. Its roots go back to the middle ages, but all modern Haflingers trace back to one foundation sire: 241 Folie, foaled in 1874. The Haflinger’s calm, gentle nature, sturdy build, excellent endurance, and ability to thrive on little food suit it well for life in the mountains. Read more »
Pets: Washtenaw County 4-H Fair showcases youngsters' hard work with animals
Posted: Jul 27, 2011Showing a horse at the 4H Youth Show required a tremendous outpouring of energy on the part of the youth, his or her family, and their show animals. For those who show multiple species and/or still exhibits, it can seem Herculean. It is a great opportunity to show horses, other animals as well as pies and other still exhibits with friends, family, and club members, forging memories and friendships to last a lifetime. The show is open to the public, so come out and see the projects! Read more »
pets: Summer horse camps are a good way for children to gain riding experience
Posted: Jul 13, 2011Summer horsemanship camps are an excellent way to introduce an interested child to riding. Exposure to horses and more generally to rural lifestyles and concern helps develop understanding of the people and animals we share our world with. Read more »
pets: Horses' sensitive hearing makes them more reactive to loud sounds - like fireworks
Posted: Jun 22, 2011Horses have sensitive ears, with excellent hearing, but are not as accurate in localizing sound as some other animals. This makes them more reactive to loud noises, of which the Fourth of July usually abounds. A few simple precautions can help keep your horses safe and calm. Read more »
Pets: Shetland ponies can make excellent mounts for children, but they need a good education
Posted: Jun 15, 2011Shetland ponies have a high cuteness factor, but pound for pound, they are the most powerful of all equines. As sweet as they appear, and as capable as they are, it takes years of education to make a good riding pony. Read more »
Pets: 'Make hay while the sun is shining' is not just an old saying - it's good advice for harvesting quality horse feed
Posted: Jun 09, 2011Horse forage in Michigan is generally pasture grass and legume mixture, and hay, which is the same stuff, but dried out. It is the basis of a horse’s diet. Pastures and hayfields are not static entities, but are made up of a cast of different species which change over the course seasons and years, and even during the course of a single day. Read more »
Pets: Healthy teeth make a happy horse
Posted: Jun 01, 2011“Don’t look a gift horse in the mouth!” Although one abhors seeming ungraciously to the giver, it is always a good idea to look that horse in the mouth, so you know what you are getting into by accepting the generous gift. Examination of the teeth by a knowledgeable person can fairly closely estimate a horse’s age, and give an indication of what kind of care the animal has received. Teeth do not lie, and so you will get useful information “straight from the horse’s mouth”. Read more »
Pets: Junior high school equestrian team from Ann Arbor traning for next big competition
Posted: May 19, 2011his week practices started for the Ann Arbor Junior High School Equestrian Team. This year, Ann Arbor is represented by 5 riders from Clague, Forsythe, Ann Arbor Open, and Saint Thomas. The hard work of these middle schoolers will culminate with one all-day competition on June 4 at the Lenawee County Fairgrounds in Adrian. Read more »
pets: 4H Protege Program pairs experienced youth with younger club members interested in horses
Posted: May 11, 2011The Washtenaw County 4H Protege Horse Program pairs experienced teen riders age 13-18 years old with kids interested in horses who are 7-8 years old. The pairs work on horsemanship, grooming, showmanship, equitation, and patterns. The entire group of 14 protege pairs meets monthly, and the project culminates with a judged competition at the annual 4 H Youth Fair. Read more »
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