In our last blog post, we discussed the good work Greenville’s Equine Services for Heroes is doing with veterans, but that good work is not limited to just them. Similar groups are operating all over the country, helping to rehabilitate veterans using horses and facilitating positive relationships between the two. One such group is Heroes… Read more »
Memorial Day was this week and Deer Creek Structures would like to take a moment to thank everyone who has served and is currently serving in the Armed Forces. We couldn’t be prouder of all that you’ve done and are doing for the country. We’ve dedicated multiple blog posts to the relationship between horses and… Read more »
If you’re responsible for an animal, it’s up to you to ensure they are as healthy as possible. As people, we have the choice to eat what we want, and we alone deal with the consequences. Whether you eat as healthily as possible or you prefer to skip vegetables for some extra dessert, you get… Read more »
Competing in a horse show can be one of the most exciting things horse owners get to experience. Unfortunately, it can often become costly depending on the specifics of the show and where it is located. If you’re spending too much money on horse competitions, you may have to cut down on the number of… Read more »
There are several ways that you can compost manure, some of which are better than others. Today we’re going to take a look at how you can build waste management bins that are suited for horses. Even when discussing these bins there are many different options and techniques you can use during the construction process…. Read more »
If you ride horses, you may think about a variety of factors in order to determine the right horse for you. But one thing you probably don’t consider is the color of the horse’s coat. Most people assume that a horse’s color is nothing more than something that defines their visual appearance. And while a… Read more »
In most areas of the country all signs of snow should be gone and you should finally start seeing green pastures around your property. While this may be exciting, there are a few things to keep in mind when it comes to your horses. They should not immediately be put out to your pastures, and… Read more »
Just like human beings, there are a number of health conditions that can affect horses, some more drastically than others. One of the biggest concerns when it comes to horse health is blood clotting. There are a few different diseases that could lead to clotting issues for horses including endotoxemia, colitis, and sepsis. Because each… Read more »
The weather is heating up, which means there are a few things you need to do on your farm. We’ve already provided you with some tips on how to take care of your horses when the temperature rises, but now we’re going to go over the chores you need to complete in and around the… Read more »
Horses can get sick just like people, and like us there are a wide variety of ailments that can affect these animals. The most common horse illnesses involve everything from the flu to a ring worm infection, and some are more serious than others. While we’ve previously talked about some of the major signs that… Read more »
