Ep. 58: Poisonous Plants and Horses: How to Spot and Manage Risks

Trees can be beautiful in the Fall but those pretty leaves and seeds may be toxic to your horse. In this episode of Scoop and Scale, we sit down with Dr. Krishona Martinson, Professor and Equine Extension Specialist at the University of Minnesota, to talk about poisonous plants and how to keep horses safe. You’ll learn: Some common trees, shrubs and pasture plants that are poisonous Why some plants are more dangerous than others Symptoms to watch for if your horse ingests something toxic What to do if you suspect poisoning How to manage your pastures reduce risks What to do if there are toxic weeds in your hay Practical steps you can take to prevent exposure in everyday settings A must-listen for horse owners who want peace of mind heading into fall and all year round. To learn more about Dr. Krishona Martinson click HERE UMN Equine Extension Program Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/UMNExtEquine UMN Equine Extension website: https://extension.umn.edu/horse/horse-pastures-and-facilities#plants-that-can-be-harmful-in-the-pasture-1241413 UMN Equine Extension YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgKrdVlbGmFtwWDqlI_h87Q UMN Poisonous Plant Poster https://www.facebook.com/share/p/16G3KaV2jP/ UMN Poisonous Plant Book: https://bookstores.umn.edu/product/book/plants-poisonous-or-harmful-horses-midwest-book-2020-edition Do you have questions about feeding your horse? Contact us at info@scoopandscale.com Thanks for riding along with us!