Is My Dog Overweight? It is estimated that 40% of pets in America are overweight. What’s worse, approximately 25% of dogs in the United States are obese. It is very important that we take responsibility for the health of our pets. If a pet is overweight, it is almost certainly the owner’s fault. There are, […]
Fighting Flies With Farnam
Why Fight Flies? Fighting flies (fly control) keeps your horse comfortable. But that’s not the only reason to try to minimize flies. Flies and other biting insects pose a major health risk to your horse and to you. Flying insects can carry a number of dangerous diseases that become more of a problem as the […]
Glossary of Common Electric Fencing Terms
Most likely, you know volts and amps, and probably even ohms, but do you know what a joule is? How about impedance? This short list of common electric fencing terms and definitions might help you in making a buying decision by making it easier to compare. Common Electric Fencing Terms & Their Meaning Amperage (also […]
Top 7 Fly Masks for 2017
Kim & Caitlin’s Picks: Top 7 Fly Masks for 2017 It’s that time again. Fly season is upon us and your horse is miserable trying to keep the flies from terrorizing him or her. You know the signs, tail flipping, head nodding, feet stamping. One of the best ways to protect your horse’s face, and […]
Zebra Stripes – More Than A Fashion Statement?
Zebra Stripes May Actually Confuse Horse Flies! According to some studies, zebra stripes (especially more narrow ones) with alternating polarization of light, might confuse horse flies and keep them from biting. Whether the stripes really confuse or deter flies has yet to be proven, but why not give it a try on your horse with […]
