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Tnh1005-Routine Health Care For Horses, The University Of Tennessee Agriculture Extension Service
Tnh1005-Routine Health Care For Horses, The University Of Tennessee Agriculture Extension Service
Animals/Livestock
Health and well being in animals cannot be achieved by use of vaccines and feed additives alone. Healthy horses are fed well and kept in facilities in good repair. They are seen by their caregivers often, and small problems are not allowed to become big ones. Healthy horses also receive animal health products that have been properly stored and are used according to label directions. The three most frequent veterinary complaints in horses are colic, lacerations and lameness. Special attention should be paid to preventing these problems. Horse health care need not be expensive but does need to be comprehensive. …
Pb1684-Dehorning Calves, The University Of Tennessee Agricultural Extension Service
Pb1684-Dehorning Calves, The University Of Tennessee Agricultural Extension Service
Animals/Livestock
Dehorning calves is a simple, cost-effective practice that adds value to feeder cattle. Feeder cattle that are either polled or have been de horned usually sell for $1.50 or $2.00 more per cwt. than those with horns when marketed.