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July 2013 Articles

Louisiana dairy farmers hang on despite high feed, fuel, fertilizer costs
Scientists study potential value of switchgrass in Louisiana
Swine Influenza
Vaccinate Horses!
Spiritual Corner: A Sense of Direction
Cutting Corners: Pumpkin Roll
A New Normal For Personal Finance
ATV safety vital during work or play
Nuttall oak - one of the best oaks for Louisiana
Insect Management - Red Imported Fire Ants - Environmental and Economic Impacts
Slaughter Weights Above Year Ago, but U.S. Beef Production Lower
Health Care and Nutritional Management of Beef Bulls
Watch out for extra holiday calories
Historical Facts:
Buying your Horse
Strain Urges Corps Not to Lower River Levels
AFBF Urges Presidential Declaration for Mississippi River
Preparation & Reforestation
Forage Quality, Basics and Beef Cattle Requirements Neutral detergent fiber - ce
Interesting Facts About Abraham Lincoln and John F. Kennedy
Did You Know?
Louisiana farmers produce record soybean crop
Statement to Bob Stallman, President, American Farm Bureau, Regarding House Pass
Improving the Profitablity of Contract Boiler Operations
Just Tirty Minutes a Day
Cutting Corners: Peanut Butter Secrets
In Memory of Mr. Ray Ashby, Downsville, La
Moving Notice
Cap Gains Tax Precludes Farmers from Passing Torch
Replacement Heifer Decisions
Disappointing Year for Cow-calf and Feeding Profits
Brucellosis researcher works in national, international arenas
Leadership
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Create bird habitats in your yard
LSU AgCenter offers video on in-house pasteurization of broiler litter
New Cooking Show Promotes Buying Local, Cooking with Louisiana Produce
• Considerations for an Effective Teeth Floating Program
Replacement Bull Purchases
Crops for Wildlife Plantings, Recommendations, Establishment & Management
Hunting and Fishing Around Bears in Louisiana
Spiritual Corner: God's Creation
Cutting Corners: Owl Cookies: Perfect for Halloween
LDAF Commissioner Promotes Clean Cities Effort
Protecting Consumers with Structural Pest Control Online Reporting
Beware of These Common Scams
Exercise Caution with Credit; Don't Overextend During Holidays
'Crape murder' coming early this year
Fall is for planting shrubs
Historical Facts:
Insect Management - Red Imported Fire Ants - U.S. History
Insect Management - Red Imported Fire Ants - General Biology
Pickens Plan
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Cow/Calf Expansion Considerations
Per Capita U.S. Supplies of Red Meat and Poultry Declining
Scientists give advice at AgCenter field day on increasing profits
Be On Guard When Shopping For Holiday Gifts Online
Just Rambling, July 2013

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Considerations for an Effective Teeth Floating Program

Considerations for an Effective Teeth Floating Program
Imagine sharp points on your teeth that rub your mouth or cheeks while you chew your meals. Considering that horses’ teeth continue to grow as they age, this is an expected occurrence when they attempt to eat grain or simply graze in the pasture. Adding to the problem, a horse will chew in an unnatural manner and consequently cause damage to other teeth and parts of the mouth in an attempt to relieve the pain.
Twice each year, your horse should have a dental examination to determine if he or she needs their teeth floated. These examinations should begin as early as possible for foals. Floating a horse’s teeth is defined as using a rasp (both by hand and power tools) to file down the rough edges on a horse’s teeth. The filing doesn’t hurt (no nerves there) and makes chewing much easier and more comfortable.
Many horses can go a few years in between each floating, but there are also many that require floating once or twice a year. It is a good rule of thumb to get teeth checked while conducting early spring vaccinations and again in the fall when preparing for fall care of your horse. The photos (below right) show examples of teeth going too long without a floating.
A thorough dental plan can extend the life of your horse greatly and allow their behavior to be much more pleasant and predictable.
Symptoms of a horse that may need his or her teeth floated:
Difficulty chewing (accompanied by ears pinning and tail swishing)
Reluctance to drink cold water
Quidding (dropping food while eating)
Excessive unchewed grain in manure
Constipation colics
Weight loss
Swelling or tenderness in jaw area
Reluctance to accept a bit (raises head high while bridling)
Throwing head while riding
Throwing head while stopping
Reluctance to turn a certain direction while riding
Excessive slobbering
Turning their heads to the side when they chew
Snotty nose from only one nostril
Foul odor from mouth or nostrils Source: Dr. Mark Russell, Assistant Professor - Animal Science, UofA

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