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  1. Why does my horse frequently want to rub her head on me? Published: July 22, 2006
  2. What would cause a horse's teeth to turn black? Published: July 22, 2006
  3. Why do genetically flat hooves crumble, and what can I do to correct this problem? Published: July 22, 2006
  4. How do I go about determining fall seeding rates and fertilizer applications for a pasture? Published: July 22, 2006
  5. How do I control the pace of a horse when using a halter and lead rope? Published: July 22, 2006
  6. What are the components of ground work? Published: July 22, 2006
  7. What is the maximum number of horses that should be bought at one time? Published: July 22, 2006
  8. Is founder reversible? Published: July 22, 2006
  9. What causes tail rubbing in mares? Published: July 22, 2006
  10. How can I teach my 10-year-old horse to slow down and listen to me without me having to pull hard on her mouth? Published: July 22, 2006
  11. Can a horse be overfed? Published: July 21, 2006
  12. What is the best feed for a 40-year-old horse that has just a few teeth? Published: July 21, 2006
  13. What are some possible reasons why a mare that just foaled will lose weight? Published: July 21, 2006
  14. What is rice bran? Published: July 21, 2006
  15. Can a horse be kept on his own, or does he need a companion? Published: July 21, 2006
  16. In setting up the rear legs for showmanship, which leg is the plant leg and does not move? Published: July 21, 2006
  17. What is white line disease, its causes and treatment? Published: July 21, 2006
  18. How can I estimate my young horse's mature height? Published: July 21, 2006
  19. What is Cushing's disease? Published: July 21, 2006
  20. Should horses with shoes on all feet be kept in a pasture with horses with no shoes, or should they be kept separate if possible? Published: July 21, 2006
  21. Why do horses eat their manure? Published: July 21, 2006
  22. My horse foundered from being overfed. The founder was caught quickly and handled quickly. She recovered quickly from the founder and was put on a very bland diet and special grain for horses that have suffered from founder. However, now she has been losing a lot of weight, and I've increased her grain rations and included a supplement called weight builder. This doesn't seem to be helping. What could be the problem, and what should I do? Published: July 21, 2006
  23. How do I compost manure? Published: July 20, 2006
  24. Are acorns that fall from oak trees harmful to horses? Published: July 20, 2006
  25. Is 45 degrees F too cold for a horse to spend the night outdoors without shelter or a blanket? Published: July 20, 2006
  26. Is it normal for a mare to have larger teats or look as though she has just weaned a baby or as if she were about to foal? Published: July 20, 2006
  27. What are major faults and blemishes of the legs and feet? Published: July 20, 2006
  28. What is equine metabolic syndrome? Published: July 20, 2006
  29. What would cause a horse to start shedding out of season? Published: July 20, 2006
  30. Can I turn a stallion out with other horses? Published: July 20, 2006

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