Better2befit

Wow. This is Sunday nights 99.9% waxing moon rise over Mount Rainier. The incredible capture was by Debbie Heyer. She said, “It was so cool watching it roll up the left side of the mountain.”

Mount Rainier, also known as Tahoma, is a large active stratovolcano in the Cascade Range of the Pacific Northwest in the United States. The mountain is located in Mount Rainier National Park about 59 miles south-southeast of Seattle.

"Barn is being covered in snow and not providing any protection for my 7 horses. All we can do is pray." - Hollie Wilson SE of South Heart. Thank you for sharing this photo and your story with us, Hollie. Our hearts are aching for you. You're in our prayers here at the station!

What farmers need to know about FDA guidance ending OTC antibiotics - Farm and Dairy Beginning in June 2023, farmers won’t be able to buy any over-the-counter antibiotics for their animals.

Thank you American Association of Equine Practitioners for sharing these great informative tips for equestrian owners.

Did you know?

Snakes are conspicuous in the spring when they first emerge from their winter dormancy but actually reach their highest numbers in August and September, when their babies are born.

Snakes commonly found in the United States, like copperheads and rattlers, can cause serious injury to a horse. Equines are at the top of the list of sensitivity to snakebites, and are followed in order by sheep, cows, goats, dogs, pigs, and cats. Horses almost always get bitten on the muzzle, and the spread of the venom containing enzymes, peptides and neurotoxins can be fatal. The resultant swelling can be so extreme that the nostrils almost close and breathing can become difficult or impossible. Shock is the most common problem following snakebites, and prompt treatment is necessary.

If you know or suspect that your horse has been bitten by a snake, call your veterinarian immediately. Better to have a false alarm than to play catch-up later in a crisis situation. Talk to your horse vet about the likelihood of snake attacks in your area, and learn about the best preventative and treatment options.
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Related resources:

"Snakebit!," written by Dr. Kenneth L. Marcella: https://aaep.org/issue/snakebit

Snakebite vaccine guidelines: https://aaep.org/.../risk-based-vaccination.../snake-bite

Pomegranates ♥️ These little gems are a staple for Fall/Winter season ~ so good for you 🤗