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Publications

Saddle and Tack Care in Hot and Humid Environments

Joel A. Mcquagge, Todd A. Thrift, Edward L. Johnson, andEdward L. Johnson

Galloping into the Future: Genetic Tips and Tools for the Horse Owner

Laura Patterson Rosa, Carissa Wickens, and Samantha A. Brooks

The Importance of Understanding Horse Behavior

Carissa Wickens

Taking time to observe and understand horse behavior can contribute in a positive way to the horse’s well-being and to our daily human-horse interactions. A better understanding of a horse’s natural behavior and preferences can facilitate more effective horse management and handling skills. This publication is intended for equine owners, equine farm managers, county Extension faculty, and anyone working with or interested in horses. Written by Carissa Wickens, and published by the UF College of Veterinary Medicine, UF/IFAS Extension, April 2025.

Genetic Selection for Gaits in the Horse

Laura Patterson Rosa, Carissa Wickens, and Samantha A. Brooks

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet. Published by Animal Systems

Best Management Practices for Equines in Natural Disasters

Kelsey M. Irvine andBrandi K. Phillips

Creating personalized emergency plans for evacuating or sheltering-in-place with horses helps horse owners to be as prepared as possible when natural disasters occur. This publication discusses disaster-specific considerations, making a plan, water and feed, documentation, fence and pasture preparations, animal identification, vaccinations, insurance, what to expect at agricultural inspection station stops, and more. Written by Kelsey M. Irvine and Brandi K. Phillips, and published by the UF/IFAS Veterinary Medicine—Large Animal Clinical Sciences Department, February 2023.