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View this email in your browser ‘UGA Equine Insights’ is a collaborative digital newsletter powered by faculty and staff from the University of Georgia’s Department of Animal and Dairy Science, along with county extension agents from across the state. Serving as Georgia’s primary equine newsletter, it offers timely insights, research updates, educational content, and practical tips tailored to horse owners, enthusiasts, and industry professionals throughout the state. Latest Updates August 14, 2025 Buzz Off: Smart Strategies for Summer Insect Control in Horses By Allison Bailey on Aug 13, 2025 01:10 pm Summer in Georgia brings more than just heat—it also marks the arrival of flies, mosquitoes, and other biting insects that can impact your horse’s health and comfort.Read More Tips for Preventing and Managing Pasture Laminitis in Horses By Brenda Jackson & Dr. Kylee Duberstein on Aug 13, 2025 12:23 pm Laminitis in horses is a painful and debilitating hoof condition that results from a variety of nutritional, health, and environmental factors.Read More Managing Horses in Hot Weather By Robyn Stewart on Aug 13, 2025 12:01 pm While we love the long days of summer and spending time at the barn, Georgia’s summer heat can be intense. The average heat index during the summer months is around 99.7°F, and in direct sunlight, it can feel up to 15°F hotter.Read More |
‘UGA Equine Insights’ is a collaborative digital newsletter powered by faculty and staff from the University of Georgia’s Department of Animal and Dairy Science, along with county extension agents from across the state. Serving as Georgia’s primary equine newsletter, it offers timely insights, research updates, educational content, and practical tips tailored to horse owners, enthusiasts, and industry professionals throughout the state. Latest Updates August 14, 2025 





