Equine Laminitis – No Foot No Horse
Laminitis is probably by far the most devastating disease that a horse and horse owner will ever face. The definition of laminitis is nothing more than inflammation of the lamina or the tissue of the […]
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Raising the Bar – Cody Hollingsworth
When Oklahoma State University Alumnus Cody Hollingsworth was first approached to take the reins of the college’s rodeo team, the partnership was obviously a perfect fit. The Colorado cowboy had attended Oklahoma State and competed […]
Carbohydrate Overload in Horses
The old saying that a little bit is good for you but a lot of anything will kill you. That is very much how it is with just about anything in life but especially grain […]
Build a Basic Equine First Aid Kit
One reason for designating a specific well-stocked container for first aid is because in an emergency with your horse, time is critical and you don’t want to waste a lot of it hunting around for […]
Miss Rodeo Oklahoma Pageant Crowns 2022 Royalty
The Miss Rodeo Oklahoma Scholarship Pageant was held in conjunction with the Woodward Elks Rodeo in Woodward, Okla. Crowned as the new Miss Rodeo Oklahoma is Anna Woolsey, 21 of Skiatook. The new Miss Rodeo […]
On the Road with Emily Miller-Beisel
This year’s Wrangler National Finals Rodeo will look a bit different from year’s past, but for the cowboys and cowgirls that will be competing, the excitement is still there. Weatherford’s Emily Miller-Beisel is one of […]
His Father’s Son
I have often said you can tell a lot about a person by the way they walk, how they carry themselves and the biggest tell-tale sign is as how they handle hard situations, which brings […]
Fescue Toxicosis
With foaling season upon us it is important to discuss fescue grass and the negative impact it can have on late term gestation in broodmares. Fescue is commonly found in Oklahoma pastures and is known […]
Equine Infectious Anemia: Why do we test and why should you care?
What is a Coggins test, and why is it so important? Why do I need a Coggins test if I am moving my horse(s) out of state or to an event? Why is the test […]
Perception is Everything
As I headed out the door to the barn, I saw him. He was standing quietly at the opening of the barn gazing off into the distance. He looked so peaceful and proud standing there […]