Tethering Horses – Why It’s Best Avoided
Tethering horses is risky and often unnecessary. Learn why it should be avoided, what the law requires in New Zealand, and how to care for tethered horses safely if you must.
Horses & other Equines
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Horses can’t vomit, why not?
Discover why horses can't vomit and how their digestive system works differently from other animals. Understand the implications for horse care and health management.
Horses & other Equines
Vaccination - Cost-Effective Insurance Against Disease
A practical guide to sheep vaccination for lifestyle farmers, including when and how to vaccinate ewes and lambs against clostridial diseases, plus advice on abortion vaccines and essential boosters for other farm animals.
The BasicsSheepCattleGoatsHorses & other Equines
Drenching to avoid drench resistance in your stock
Learn how internal parasites affect livestock and how to reduce drench resistance on your lifestyle block. Includes FEC testing, best drenching practices, and sustainable parasite control.
The BasicsSheepCattleGoatsHorses & other EquinesAlpacas
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