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Section Key Points Understanding Cushing's Disease Triggered by an enlarged pituitary gland; Symptoms include curly hair coats, sweating, increased water consumption, and muscle wasting; Risk of infections and laminitis due...

Section Key Points Understanding Retirement Livery Focuses on enhancing quality of life for veteran horses through outdoor living, grazing, and social interaction. Grazing and Outdoor Time 24/7 grazing in summer,...

Section Key Points Why Hay Steamers Are Essential for Horse Health Dust Reduction and Respiratory Health: Up to 99% dust reduction decreases respiratory issues. Preservation of Nutrients: Retains essential vitamins...

Section Key Points Importance of Hay Tarps Protect hay from weather; safeguard livestock nutrition Selecting the Right Material Polyethylene: Durable, waterproof, UV resistant Canvas: Breathable, prevents mold, ideal for humid...

Section Details Ewell Village Stables Managed by "Shep" Balman, a hub for horse enthusiasts offering lessons and scenic trails. Historical Context Roots back to Saxons; Epsom known for The Oaks...

Section Key Points Identifying the Parties Involved Identify the horse and its owner as a prerequisite for legal action. Medical Attention Seek immediate medical attention and document all treatments as...

Section Key Points Importance of Hind Leg Muscles Hind legs are essential for movement, balance, propulsion, and include key muscles like Vastus lateralis, Biceps femoris, and gluteus medius. Initial Steps...

Section Key Points Understanding Horse Size and Comfort Consider horse size; warmbloods are 16-18 hands, quarter horses 14-16.3 hands. Stall Length and Width For horses up to 16 hands: 9...

Section Key Points Introduction - Understand and minimize technical issues in digital communication - Prepare and troubleshoot to maintain seamless participation Preparing for the Unexpected - Break sessions into smaller...

Key Points Details Comfort and Joint Health Cushioning layer reduces strain on joints, crucial for prolonged stabling to prevent arthritis. Hoof Protection Gentler surfaces prevent hoof damage, beneficial for existing...

Section Details Why Invest in Proper Horse Riding Equipment? Essential for safety, comfort, and performance. Quality gear like helmets and jodhpurs are crucial. Helmet Selection: Safety First Certified, snug-fitting helmets...

Section Key Points Importance of Behavior Observation Regular observation helps identify normal vs problematic behavior; recognizing changes quickly is essential. Normal Behavior Each horse has unique behavior; knowing this helps...