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My First Impression of Fly Predators

by Robert M. Miller, DVM

Posted 8 days 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 22 days 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 22 days 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 1 month 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

by Robert M. Miller, DVM

Posted 2 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

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 2 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 2 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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Feed Can Be Fatal

by Robert M. Miller, DVM

Posted 3 months ago

Dr. Robert Miller's Articles

During my practice career I treated countless hundreds, perhaps thousands of horses for colic (acute gastric or intestinal pain). Most survived, but many died. A majority was due to human error. The caretakers made avoidable mistakes. Similar errors...
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5 Best Binge Worthy Horse Videos

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 3 months ago

HorseGirl Blog

Forget Netflix! Forget paid subscription horse coaching! We have a top collection of fun, insightful, and educational equestrian centric videos on our YouTube Channel all 100% free! You can watch all our hundreds of videos uploaded via PLAY ALL or...
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Protect Your Horse’s Health With Proper Spring Vaccines

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 3 months ago

HorseGirl Blog

Watch Jenni Grimmett, DVM talk about horse health with Spring equine vaccines going over the vaccinations most horse owners should be giving their horses annually. Doc Jenni explains the additional vaccines you give your horse depends on their exposure...
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Ultimate Favorites Recipe Collection

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 3 months ago

HorseGirl Blog

For me, preparing a meal for someone has always been a creative way to express affection. Food feeds not only my body but the preparation feeds my mind. Famed writer and narrative genius, Virginia Woolf said, “One cannot think well, love well and...
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Get Ready For Longer Days & Dust Off Those Winter Cobwebs

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 4 months ago

HorseGirl Blog

February was a LONG month. Truly though … it had an extra 24 hours in it! Thankfully March is here and Spring arriving in short order! Here’s a few tips to help you transition from your winter hibernation to longer daylight hours and more...
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Pre Purchase Examinations Help Protect Horse Buyers Investment with Veterinarian Dr. Jenni Grimmett

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 4 months ago

HorseGirl Blog

This month we officially launched our web series, On The Road with Jenni Grimmett . The first episode covers the all important pre purchase examination. We will be launching a new episode every Tuesday so please go to youtube.com/spaldinglabs and click...
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Time To Ride Introduces School-Age Children to Horseback Riding and Care

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 4 months ago

HorseGirl Blog

We are proud to be part of the Marketing Alliance for American Horse Council's Time To Ride program. Time to Ride had a highly successful pilot program in 2019 and is now accepting applications for its 2020 facilities. An initiative of the American...
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Congratulation Vegas Junior World Finals Qualifier, Eryn Foust

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 4 months ago

HorseGirl Blog

We're so very proud of our patched junior rider Miss Eryn Foust. Not only does Eryn maintain a rigorous school schedule including FOUR college level classes, she recently qualified for the KK Run for Vegas Junior World Finals! Eryn and her mare...
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Why Many People Pick the Wrong Horse

by Robert M. Miller, DVM

Posted 4 months ago

Dr. Robert Miller's Articles

The largest group of horse owners in the U.S.A. ride purely for recreation. For pleasure. For the relationship with the horse. To enjoy the out of doors activity. The people involved in the competitive riding disciplines (Western, English, Dressage...
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Tiny bodies, BIG hearts at Little Things Ranch

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 5 months ago

HorseGirl Blog

Fly Predator customer Kathleen Feeney's owner of Little Things Ranch recently relocated from their stable in Long Island, New York to Rivers Edge Farm in Hollis Center, Maine. While on Long Island Kathleen and her therapy miniature horses visited...
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The Visiting Horseman

by Robert M. Miller, DVM

Posted 5 months ago

Dr. Robert Miller's Articles

I heard you ring, come in my friend! I was watching TV news, The price of gold, the rioting, and politicians' views. There's been another murder, a plane crash, an earthquake, too. Come in and watch this rocket launch, It's been long since...
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Ready? Set? Shed! 4 Steps To Horse Shedding

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 5 months ago

HorseGirl Blog

Thank goodness winter is ALMOST over! As the days grow longer our horses are going to start shedding. Here's my four favorite best practices to help shed your horse of his or her wintery thick coat! Start leaving the barn lights on and extra...
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Welcome Lari Dee Guy to the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame!

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 5 months ago

HorseGirl Blog

Lari Dee Guy was born and raised in Abilene, TX 1971. She has been roping and ranching since she was able to be on a horse. Lari Dee has won 11-consecutive AJRA world roping titles beginning at age 9. She attended Vernon Junior College where she won a...
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3+ Tips To Keep Your Horses Healthy & Prevent Stable Odor

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 5 months ago

HorseGirl Blog

Winter is here and, for most of us, that means being layered, bundled up, and shut in attempting to keep cozy. It's the natural reaction to cold. We do the same for our horses layered in winter blankets, shut in their stalls, and extra hay to warm...
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Fred Stone

by Robert M. Miller, DVM

Posted 6 months ago

Dr. Robert Miller's Articles

Fred Stone, the world’s foremost painter of horses, has been a client, neighbor and friend for half a century. Fred’s paintings, mostly, but not exclusively, are of Thoroughbred racehorses. Living in a modest rural home as long as I have...
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5+ Amazing Last Minute Holiday Gift Ideas!

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 6 months ago

HorseGirl Blog

It's down to the wire for your gift giving list! This is it! Here’s 5+ terrific gift ideas for all the horsey lovers (and horses) on your list! 1. Duh!.. Give the gift that keeps on giving to everyone at the stable! Give the gift of...
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More Horse Calls

by Robert M. Miller, DVM

Posted 7 months ago

Dr. Robert Miller's Articles

I am a compulsive reader. Always have been. I keep a book in each bathroom, next to my bed, on the dinner table, in my car, several where I watch TV (I read during commercials), and I even carry my own books or periodical journals to my doctor’s...
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We Are Thankful For...

by HorseGirlTV with Angelea

Posted 7 months ago

HorseGirl Blog

Spalding Labs is family owned and operated AND filled with terrific, animal-loving, and long standing team members! Our team is thankful for you ! I asked for submissions of what some of us are thankful for on a personal level and received some lovely...
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New 24-Hour Internet Ranch Radio Station

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.

My First Impression of Fly Predators

Fly Predators Can Help Reduce Risk of Pigeon Fever

Managing Flies After Extremely Wet Weather

A Good Time to Ride

Racetrack Injuries

Parelli Natural Horsemanship on The Horse Show with Rick Lamb

Your horse, your equipment, and yourself. A Wellness Day!

Feed Can Be Fatal

5 Best Binge Worthy Horse Videos

Protect Your Horse’s Health With Proper Spring Vaccines

Ultimate Favorites Recipe Collection

Get Ready For Longer Days & Dust Off Those Winter Cobwebs

Pre Purchase Examinations Help Protect Horse Buyers Investment with Veterinarian Dr. Jenni Grimmett

Time To Ride Introduces School-Age Children to Horseback Riding and Care

Congratulation Vegas Junior World Finals Qualifier, Eryn Foust

Why Many People Pick the Wrong Horse

Tiny bodies, BIG hearts at Little Things Ranch

The Visiting Horseman

Ready? Set? Shed! 4 Steps To Horse Shedding

Welcome Lari Dee Guy to the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame!

3+ Tips To Keep Your Horses Healthy & Prevent Stable Odor

Fred Stone

5+ Amazing Last Minute Holiday Gift Ideas!

More Horse Calls

We Are Thankful For...