Informed Arizona Equestrian
Overview
Our growing collection of horse-related publications, videos and other educational materials is aimed at everyday horse owners. We can help keep your horses healthy, so you can both enjoy your time in the saddle.
Resources
EHV-1
Learn how to protect your horse from the most recent outbreak of Equine Herpesvirus 1 (EHV-1).
Additional resources:
- Biosecurity guidance see Healthy Horse Keeping
- How to take horse vital signs see Knowing What's Normal
Healthy Horsekeeping
Many horse owners don’t realize they can decrease exposure or spread of infectious diseases. We can help you understand the principles of biosecurity.
What's Normal?
Early recognition of an illness or problem with your horse is easier if you are familiar with what is normal. This article presents methods to help you make observations of your horse’s behavior and determine what is normal or abnormal and how to take and evaluate vital signs.
Ionophores
Ionophores (ie. monensin, rumensin, etc.) are toxic and can be deadly in equids (horses, donkeys, mules). Livestock, goats, and poultry can get health benefits from ionophores in their feed since they promote growth and act as a natural antibiotic. However, 1/10th of a safe amount for livestock can cause heart damage and death in horses. Learn more about risk mitigation.
SCRUB
The Science Creates Real Understanding of Biosecurity curriculum and the corresponding SCRUB kit link hands-on activities with STEM education by incorporating science into fun activities. SCRUB teaches equine owners about biosecurity, since their animals may be at risk every time they travel to new places and mingle with other animals during shows and exhibitions.
Instructional Videos
Watch our videos covering feed, parasites, knot tying and more.