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  • Down There Care for Horses
    Down There Care for Horses Posted by Ashley Best on May 13, 2026
    Routine grooming of horses often focuses on the coat and hooves, but two areas frequently overlooked are the sheath of geldings and stallions and the udder area of mares. Research from equine veterinarians and Extension resources indicates that periodic cleaning of these areas can help prevent irritation, infection, and discomfort while allowing owners to monitor […]
  • Driving My Donkey Crazy 4: From Winter Woes to Cozy Comfort
    Driving My Donkey Crazy 4: From Winter Woes to Cozy Comfort Posted by Ashley Best on Jan 15, 2026
    Donkeys may look fluffy and hardy, but research shows their winter care needs are very different from those of horses. As we move into the coldest weeks of winter here in Georgia, understanding donkey behavior and physiology becomes especially important. Lower temperatures, increased precipitation, and cold winds all present unique challenges for donkeys that require […]
  • Barn Sanitation & Biosecurity: A Practical Guide for Every Horse Facility
    Barn Sanitation & Biosecurity: A Practical Guide for Every Horse Facility Posted by Ashley Best on Nov 21, 2025
    Maintaining a clean, disease-controlled equine environment isn’t just good practice, it’s essential. Research from veterinary epidemiology, infectious-disease science, and the USDA’s National Animal Health Monitoring System (NAHMS) consistently shows that pathogen load directly correlates with disease risk, especially for respiratory viruses like EHV-1, strangles, Salmonella, and environmentally persistent agents like dermatophytes (ringworm). Proper sanitation, disinfection, […]
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  • Sep 1 Setting Up Land for Livestock Thinking about bringing livestock to your property? Whether you're planning for horses, cattle, goats, or sheep, setting up your land correctly from the beginning can save time, money, and headaches down the road. This two-part workshop will walk you through the essentials of developing a functional, safe livestock property. Session 1: From Woods to Pasture Topics include land clearing considerations, soil testing and pasture establishment, selecting forage species, pasture layout, fencing options, gates, and planning for efficient grazing management. Session 2: Building a Functional Facility This session covers shelter options, handling facilities, water systems, feeders, manure management, equipment storage, biosecurity, and planning for future expansion.
    • Lincolnton, GA - (84.0 Miles)
  • Sep 3 Setting Up Land for Livestock Thinking about bringing livestock to your property? Whether you're planning for horses, cattle, goats, or sheep, setting up your land correctly from the beginning can save time, money, and headaches down the road. This two-part workshop will walk you through the essentials of developing a functional, safe livestock property. Session 1: From Woods to Pasture Topics include land clearing considerations, soil testing and pasture establishment, selecting forage species, pasture layout, fencing options, gates, and planning for efficient grazing management. Session 2: Building a Functional Facility This session covers shelter options, handling facilities, water systems, feeders, manure management, equipment storage, biosecurity, and planning for future expansion.
    • Lincolnton, GA - (84.0 Miles)