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How to Tie a Horse Rope Halter – Part 1

By | Tack

The first of two episodes (tomorrow is Part 2). A step by step demonstration of how to tie your own halter! Beginner and advanced enthusiasts alike will enjoy these simple instructions, enhanced by colorful knot details for quick understanding and completion of the specific knots required to create your own…

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Plan for Hay Production Now To Improve Quality

By | Ranches

by: Stephen B. Blezinger Ph.D., PAS and first published on Cattle Today Production of quality hay has been a concern to cattle producers for decades. The value of quality hay, whether it be grass or legume, has always been important as it provides for a significant portion of the animal’s…

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AQHA – Genetic Test Roundup

By | Horses

Thanks to my good friend Cat Parks for discovering this valuable service. From The American Quarter Horse Journal Genetic diseases cause emotional and financial pain for horse owners and breeders. To help breeders make informed decisions, AQHA now offers a panel test for five genetic diseases – glycogen branching enzyme…

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