21 – Spring Green Pastures: Managing Sanctuary Resident Consumption Safely – The Open Sanctuary Podcast
Episode Notes
Research Specialist Amber Barnes and Senior Advisor Tara Hess discuss the importance of understanding how fresh, lush pastures can affect ruminant, camelid, and equine residents. In this episode, we talk about the joys of spring for residents and care staff but also the potential risks that may come along with the season. We take a peek into potential health concerns, why spring pastures can cause them, and who they may affect. Preventative measures are also discussed!
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This Episode’s Referenced Open Sanctuary Project Resources:
- Spring Green Pastures: Managing Resident Consumption
- Bloat In Ruminants
- Laminitis In Horses: An Introduction
- Colic In Equines: What You Need To Know
- The Importance Of Veterinary Care At Your Animal Sanctuary
- Advanced Topics In Horse Nutrition: Health Conditions
- Daily Diet, Treats, & Supplements For Donkeys
- Daily Diet, Treats And Supplements For Horses: The Basics
- Daily Diet, Treats, And Supplements For Llamas
- Daily Diet, Treats, And Supplements For Alpacas
- Daily Diet, Treats, & Supplements For Goats
- Daily Diet, Treats, & Supplements For Sheep
- Daily Diet, Treats, & Supplements For Cows
- The Caregiver’s Guide To Developing Your Observation Skills
- Signage To Consider Implementing At Your Animal Sanctuary
- Building Your Resident Emergency Healthcare & First Aid Kit
- The Importance Of Regular Health Checks For Residents At Your Animal Sanctuary
Episode Transcript
