Feeding
Buying Horse Hay
Publication describing the nutrient needs of horses, the quantity and of quality hay needed and a detailed checklist for buying hay
Growing Hay and Pasture for Michigan Horses
Forage Information System at Michigan State University
Hay Listing Network
Hay for sale in Michigan
MSU Soil and Plant Nutrient Laboratory
Provides soil testing for pastures
Breeding
Equine Reproduction Laboratory
Short Courses for Horse Owners
Management
One Horse or One Hundred Series about manure management and land use:
1. You are a Farm
2. Perfect Planning Prevents Problems
3. Manure and Water Don't Mix
4. Manure Management Solutions
5. What is Composting, Anyway?
Michigan Manure Resources Network
Manure Happens
$5 CD that helps horse owners manage manure resources
Guidelines for Use of Chemically Treated Wood - Farm and Home
Information for consumers, especially farmers and livestock producers, to determine whether they need wood that is chemically treated, and if so, whether the intended use is proper and safe
MSU Equine Newsletters
Virtual Horse Facility Analysis, a self-guided analysis to help you fix potential hazards at your barn before an accident happens
Daily Observations for Horse Owners
Publication from Utah State University Cooperative Extension
Co-authored by MSU equine specialist Karen Waite
A Galloping Guide To SE Michigan
Trails, riding groups, instruction
Health
Michigan's State Veterinarian
The state veterinarian is director of Animal Industry Division of the Michigan Department of Agriculture, responsible for livestock and poultry disease programs and toxic substance contamination concerns as they relate to animal health
Mary Anne McPhail Equine Performance Center
State-of-the art equine sports and lameness facility at the Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine, conducting research to benefit performance and soundness of equine athletes
Information for Animal Owners from MSU College of Veterinary Medicine
A variety of online information ranging from dealing with pet loss to castration, equine diseases, lameness, treating injuries, feeding, hot-weather care and winter energy needs, to free equine seminars
What You Should Know About Internal Parasites in Horses
Describes the most common types of parasites and offers suggestions on parasite prevention and control
What You Should Know About West Nile Virus
Current information on the spread and prevention of this public health risk
Questions to Ask Oneself When Examining the Competition Horse's Welfare Status
United States Department of Agriculture Equine Health Monitoring and Surveillance
Provides information on the health of the U. S. equine population and information about animal health concerns identified by industry members, federal and state agencies and researchers
How Do I Know It Is Time? Equine Euthanasia
Determining when to humanely terminate a horse's life, the stages of grief and resources for help
Plants Poisonous to Livestock
Animal Welfare
Division of the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, which covers standards of humane care and treatment of animals, and enforces the Horse Protection Act and the Animal Welfare Act
University of British Columbia Animal Welfare Program
Strives to improve the lives of animals through research, education and public outreach
Other
Bloodhorse
News service for the Thoroughbred industry from Blood-Horse magazine
EquiSearch.com
Horse sports and industry news, horse-care information, training techniques and a forum for dialogue
MSU Extension
Brings knowledge-based educational programs to the people of Michigan to improve their lives and communities.
Contact Local MSU Extension Office
Find any of the 82 county MSU Extension offices throughout Michigan
MSU Extension Youth Equine Programs
Events, activities and educational opportunities for youth of all ages
4-H Youth Development
4-H is a community of young people learning leadership, citizenship and life skills through topics of their choice. 4-H youth explore their interests through hands-on learning, experience the benefits of working together to reach common goals, and build skills to help them achieve — all through community-based learning opportunities. See Top Five for Joining 4-H and How to Join 4-H
eXtension
Interactive learning environment delivering knowledge from land-grant universities across the United States
HorseQuest community at eXtension
National equine resource team harnessing the Cooperative Extension System's best information to provide reliable, up-to-date information on equine science and management
Michigan Department of Agriculture
Department of state government to protect, promote and preserve Michigan's food, agricultural, environmental and economic interests. Information of interest to equine owners includes Michigan's Right to Farm Act, Manure Management Generally Accepted Agricultural and Management Practices (GAAMPs), Equine Infectious Anemia Testing Requirements, Riding Stables Licensing Information, Horse Racing License Guide and Bringing Animals into Michigan