Horses
The University of Georgia’s Equine Extension Program encompasses both state youth horse programs as well as continuing education for horse owners and county Extension agents. The mission of this program is to provide resources and support for youth education, county trainings and programming, and to serve as a knowledge base for questions and concerns of the industry.
Recent Horse Publications from UGA Extension
http://extension.uga.edu/publications/detail.html?number=B1571
Kylee Duberstein
http://extension.uga.edu/publications/detail.html?number=B1400
Kylee Duberstein
http://extension.uga.edu/publications/detail.html?number=B1356
See More Publications
Toxic Weeds and Trees in Horse Pastures
(B 1571)
A handy reference for identifying weeds that are toxic to horses, this publication includes pictures to aid identification, a brief description of the plants, and the specific toxicity symptoms associated with common weeds and trees that are poisonous to horses. It also gives tips on how to better manage pastures to prevent pasture-related plant toxicities.
Evaluating Horse Conformation
(B 1400)
When examining horses for conformation, either when considering a purchase or competing in horse judging contests, it is important to break things down into key principles to avoid becoming overwhelmed when putting the overall picture together. There are five main criteria to evaluate when examining a horse's conformation: balance, structural correctness, way of going, muscling, and breed/sex character (also known as type). This publication describes each of these criteria in detail.
Basic Nutritional Guidelines for Equine Management
(B 1356)
Providing proper and adequate nutrition is a challenge all horse owners must face. Understanding your horse’s nutritional needs is important, not only to optimize performance, but also to ensure your horse’s safety. The following guidelines emphasize key points to keep in mind when determining how to meet your horse’s nutritional requirements.