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Southern Florida Equestrian Destination Competitions
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HorseGirlTV with Angelea
Posted
9 days 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
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Robert M. Miller, DVM
Posted
24 days 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
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Robert M. Miller, DVM
Posted
1 month 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!
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HorseGirlTV with Angelea
Posted
2 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
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HorseGirlTV with Angelea
Posted
2 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
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HorseGirlTV with Angelea
Posted
2 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)
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Robert M. Miller, DVM
Posted
2 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
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HorseGirlTV with Angelea
Posted
3 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!
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HorseGirlTV with Angelea
Posted
3 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
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Robert M. Miller, DVM
Posted
3 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
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Robert M. Miller, DVM
Posted
4 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
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HorseGirlTV with Angelea
Posted
5 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
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HorseGirlTV with Angelea
Posted
5 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
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Robert M. Miller, DVM
Posted
5 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
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Robert M. Miller, DVM
Posted
6 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
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HorseGirlTV with Angelea
Posted
6 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…
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HorseGirlTV with Angelea
Posted
6 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
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HorseGirlTV with Angelea
Posted
6 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
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Robert M. Miller, DVM
Posted
7 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
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HorseGirlTV with Angelea
Posted
8 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
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HorseGirlTV with Angelea
Posted
8 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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A Good Time to Ride
by
Robert M. Miller, DVM
Posted
8 months ago
Dr. Robert Miller's Articles
It is March 28, 2020. There is never a time without problems. That’s life. However, some of our primary problems are unique. Certainly the Corona Virus has created a national emergency, and our responses to that emergency are unlike those our nation...
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Racetrack Injuries
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Robert M. Miller, DVM
Posted
9 months ago
Dr. Robert Miller's Articles
Recently there has been increased interest in the injuries, including fractures that occur at our racetracks. This has agitated many people and caused some to campaign against the sport. Those who are concerned about the problem, and frankly, all persons...
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Parelli Natural Horsemanship on The Horse Show with Rick Lamb
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HorseGirlTV with Angelea
Posted
10 months ago
HorseGirl Blog
Learn about natural horsemanship in this classic episode with the legendary show horse Rick Lamb. Natural horsemanship is a way of working and playing with horses that uses their nature rather than fighting it. The Parelli’s use a step-by-step approach...
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Your horse, your equipment, and yourself. A Wellness Day!
by
HorseGirlTV with Angelea
Posted
10 months ago
HorseGirl Blog
Are your competitions canceled and scheduled group trail rides out for a while? Why not take care of your best horsey friend, your equipment, and YOU TOO during this downtime with a little equestrian inspired spa day! Your Horse: Wash your horse with...
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