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Headshaking Syndrome

by Robert M. Miller, DVM

Posted 11 days ago

Dr. Robert Miller's Articles

Several times, during my long career as a veterinarian, I have had clients call me because, they said, their horse was over-reacting to stable flies by violently shaking their heads. I remember asking why other horses in the stable were not displaying...
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Treat Your Horse Show Mom On Mother's Day

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 21 days ago

HorseGirl Blog

How to bake super horse show muffins… Blueberry, Coconut & Macadamia Muffins First… Preheat oven to 400°F. Ingredients 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut 2 tablespoons plus 3/4 cup all-purpose flour , divided 2 tablespoons...
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Equine Parasites

by Robert M. Miller, DVM

Posted 1 month ago

Dr. Robert Miller's Articles

Wild equines such as zebra, American mustangs, Mongolian Wild Horses, wild donkeys or Burros, etc., live in grasslands, also known as prairies, steppes, etc. They spend much of every day grazing the plant life, which is green part of the year, and dry...
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Faception

by Robert M. Miller, DVM

Posted 2 months ago

Dr. Robert Miller's Articles

An Israeli organization is offering a technology called Faception, which identifies human behavior based on facial features. Reported in The Week magazine, June 17, 2016, the company is already working with a U.S. Homeland security agency. Eighty percent...
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Southern Florida Equestrian Destination Competitions

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 2 months ago

HorseGirl Blog

Many equestrians consider the Southern Florida winter scene the center of the sport horse universe. It's definitely a special winter destination for many top, international riders. Even a global pandemic couldn't stop the 2021 Ocala and Wellington...
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Sprays as Part of Imprint Training

by Robert M. Miller, DVM

Posted 3 months ago

Dr. Robert Miller's Articles

When I developed Imprint Training of the newborn foal in 1959, because I was a veterinarian I included desensitization of all body openings (eyes, ears, nostrils, mouth, anus, vagina in the female, etc.) because I know from experience that many mature...
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The Intelligent and Able Donkey

by Robert M. Miller, DVM

Posted 4 months ago

Dr. Robert Miller's Articles

I recently saw a video of a group of donkeys grieving over the death of a herd member. It was so touching to hear the group braying, inspecting the body and very visibly displaying their concern and grief. The intelligence and awareness of this long...
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Put Your Boots On Horse Girls!.. There's Glass Everywhere!

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 4 months ago

HorseGirl Blog

It's been a long and winding road for ladies of rodeo but this year a group of talented breakaway ropers shattered glass ceilings left and right! We are proud to be associated with some of the leading ladies of women in rodeo like Lari Dee Guy, Hope...
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Team Spalding Bucket Wishlist - Dawn's Brumby Safari

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 4 months ago

HorseGirl Blog

We all have our bucket wishlists. This is the time of the year when sharing those dreams are extra fun. It was a joy to discover Team Spalding's own, Dawn Allen, has a dream trip wish that would excite even a young Jim Craig (SEE The Man from Snowy...
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Inspiring Horse Books for Your Holiday Reading List

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 4 months ago

HorseGirl Blog

The challenges this year are like none we’ve seen in modern times. As 2020 winds down, I hope you’re all filled with hope and optimism for this coming new year. These three books, I’ve found not only inspiring but encouraging that facing...
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The Most Important Thing to Understand About Animals (Including Our Own Species)

by Robert M. Miller, DVM

Posted 5 months ago

Dr. Robert Miller's Articles

Thank you Charles Darwin for helping us to understand Evolution. Without our respect and our acknowledgement for the evolutionary process, we could not comprehend the qualities each species has required to cope with its ever-changing environment. If any...
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Thanksgiving 2020 Simple Yet Gourmet Leftover Ideas

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 5 months ago

HorseGirl Blog

Galettes are in the zeitgeist. These rustic pies are unstructured, forgiving, and are the pastry we all need for 2020! If you’re making pies for your Thanksgiving dinner simply make (or buy) an extra crust. To bake your savory Thanksgiving Leftover...
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That Pumpkin EVERYTHING Time of Year!

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 5 months ago

HorseGirl Blog

Fall hits and so does pumpkin spiced this and pumpkin filled that. Our trusty steeds shouldn't miss out on this pumpkin crazed time of year so here's a simple recipe, whether you're a seasoned baker or not, to prepare a tasty treat for your...
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The Modern Horse

by Robert M. Miller, DVM

Posted 6 months ago

Dr. Robert Miller's Articles

The modern horse, and its evolutionary cousins, originated in North America as Eohippus, a multi-toed mammal about the size of a lamb. Domestication occurred in several parts of the world and, once domesticated, the equine species had a profound effect...
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Cowboy Dressage

by Robert M. Miller, DVM

Posted 7 months ago

Dr. Robert Miller's Articles

I wrote this on the last day of the Cowboy Dressage World Finals Show, at the Rancho Murieta Equestrian Center, an immense facility out in the middle of nowhere (sprawling, rolling grasslands). I love this event for several reasons. It is a competitive...
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Five Tips To Get Your Horses Ready For Winter

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 7 months ago

HorseGirl Blog

We blinked and summer happened. Right!? Well, hello fall! Here are 5 tips to help you get your horses ready for the winter months ahead. Burrrr! Clean your tack! It's been a long, hot summer! Give your saddle, bridle, and other leather tack...
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Fall Veterinary Horse Check List With Equine Veterinarian Dr. Jenni Grimmett

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 7 months ago

HorseGirl Blog

It's officially fall! Time to start getting ready for winter! In this episode, Jenni Grimmett DVM explains her practice's winter healthy horse check list to get your horse ready to go into the colder months. Watch Fall Veterinary Horse Check List...
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Dietary Changes for Horses Should Always be Made Gradually

by Robert M. Miller, DVM

Posted 8 months ago

Dr. Robert Miller's Articles

Some species, including Homo Sapiens (That is US!) can, if the individual is healthy, tolerate sudden changes in diet without problems. But, other species, especially the herbivores (grazing animals) can suffer if the diet is changed abruptly. The...
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Working Horses at Too Young an Age

by Robert M. Miller, DVM

Posted 9 months ago

Dr. Robert Miller's Articles

When I was young, starting previously unhandled colts on summer jobs for cattle ranches in several states, the term “colt” usually referred to 4 or 5 year old horses. Occasionally, one was older, maybe 6 or 7, or, rarely a 3 year old. The...
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On the Road with Jenni Grimmett Ultrasounding Alpacas

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 9 months ago

HorseGirl Blog

It's HOT! Cool off by watching this wonderful snowy winter episode with Doc Jenni and watch as she ultrasounds Alpacas ! Burr! You can feel the brisk winter air just by watching! Dr. Jenni Grimmett is an incredibly approachable veterinarian...
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Are You Starting Fly Predators Late in the Season? Here Is What You Need To Know…

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 9 months ago

HorseGirl Blog

Fly Predators are a fly preventative . Fly Predators kill developing flies, but do not affect adult pest flies that are already flying around. This means you need to go after both the future flies with Fly Predators and existing flies with Fly Traps and...
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Bye Bye Insects vs Hungry Mosquitoes in the Sierras

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 9 months ago

HorseGirl Blog

We have a wonderful product for hikers, fishermen and anyone who ventures outdoors where there are lots of hungry mosquitoes. To confirm this, our very own Chief Fly Guy, Tom Spalding, ventured out to the Pacific Crest Trail in the Sierras recently. The...
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My First Impression of Fly Predators

by Robert M. Miller, DVM

Posted 10 months ago

Dr. Robert Miller's Articles

I opened my practice in rural California in 1958, hoping to establish a group practice. By the end of the first decade I had two practice partners, Dr. Bob Kind and Dr. Larry Dresher, both Kansas State University graduates. It was July, and I was on...
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Fly Predators Can Help Reduce Risk of Pigeon Fever

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 10 months ago

HorseGirl Blog

What Is Pigeon Fever? Pigeon Fever can be fatal. It has been endemic in Texas, California, Colorado in years past and high levels of cases spreading into Kentucky, Louisiana, Montana, New Mexico, and Oregon. Cases have also been reported in Idaho, Nebraska...
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Managing Flies After Extremely Wet Weather

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 10 months ago

HorseGirl Blog

Fly reproduction is sensitive to moisture. The larvae (maggot) will only successfully reproduce in rotting organic material and manure that has between 40-60% moisture content for at least 3-5 days. With excessive rain, far more material will stay in...
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Horses Do Not Fear Predators

How To Get Control Of Your Deer Flies

Just What are Equine Shivers and How Are they Treated?

Water: Why Hydration In Horses Is So Very Critical.

Headshaking Syndrome

Treat Your Horse Show Mom On Mother's Day

Equine Parasites

Faception

Southern Florida Equestrian Destination Competitions

Sprays as Part of Imprint Training

The Intelligent and Able Donkey

Put Your Boots On Horse Girls!.. There's Glass Everywhere!

Team Spalding Bucket Wishlist - Dawn's Brumby Safari

Inspiring Horse Books for Your Holiday Reading List

The Most Important Thing to Understand About Animals (Including Our Own Species)

Thanksgiving 2020 Simple Yet Gourmet Leftover Ideas

That Pumpkin EVERYTHING Time of Year!

The Modern Horse

Cowboy Dressage

Five Tips To Get Your Horses Ready For Winter

Fall Veterinary Horse Check List With Equine Veterinarian Dr. Jenni Grimmett

Dietary Changes for Horses Should Always be Made Gradually

Working Horses at Too Young an Age

On the Road with Jenni Grimmett Ultrasounding Alpacas

Are You Starting Fly Predators Late in the Season? Here Is What You Need To Know…

Bye Bye Insects vs Hungry Mosquitoes in the Sierras

My First Impression of Fly Predators

Fly Predators Can Help Reduce Risk of Pigeon Fever

Managing Flies After Extremely Wet Weather