Taking Care of Your Donkey Companion – Part 2
In this second of a three part series, we will further explore the basics of caring for a donkey.
Taking Care of Your Donkey Companion – Part 1
Are you considering buying a donkey for your farm? If so, it is helpful to learn a bit more about how to care for donkeys.
Treating Abscesses on Your Donkey at Home
While it is not desirable, it is possible to treat an abscess at home and without contacting a veterinarian to [...]
Treating Streptococcus equi in Your Donkey
While abscesses to the skin or the hoof may be relatively easy to identify in your donkey, it is possible [...]
Recognizing Abscesses in Your Donkey
Did you know that abscesses can be a potential health issue for donkeys? Recognizing abscesses in your donkey and knowing [...]
Dos and Don’ts of Fruit and Vegetable Treats for Your Horse: Part 3
Many types of fruits can serve as a good treat for your horse. Here are a few more options that [...]
Dos and Don’ts of Fruit and Vegetable Treats for Your Horse: Part 2
Apples, carrots, cucumbers and celery are all great treats to feed to your horse, there are some fruits and vegetables to avoid.
Dos and Don’ts of Fruit and Vegetable Treats for Your Horse: Part 1
Everyone knows that horses love to eat apples and carrots, but have you ever wondered about other fruits and vegetables [...]
Exploring Feed Grains for Horses: Corn
A common feed choice among horse owners, corn is slightly less palatable to horses when compared to oats, but more palatable than other types of grains. Nonetheless, excessive amounts of corn used as a feed should be avoided.
Exploring Feed Grains for Horses: Barley
While oat is the most popular are most common grain fed to horses, barley is also a good option for horse owners to feed to their horse for added energy.