Standlee Barn Bulletin

May 19, 2020

Teff (Eragrostis tef) is a warm season annual grass that originated in Africa where it is used primarily for grain production. Teff in the USA is grown primarily as a forage crop for livestock; it’s adaptable and can grow in various environments. Fine stemmed, fast growing, and high yielding, Teff Grass is a summer annual grass. What really makes this grass unique and exciting for horse owners, is...

April 27, 2020

Did you know food scraps and yard waste together currently make up more than 28% of what we throw away? That’s right, 28% or a whopping 75.9 million tons in 2017! Composting this organic waste at home can have a significant impact on our environment by reducing the amount of trash in our landfills and helps you create a bountiful garden that will be the envy of your friends and neighbors. Home...

April 7, 2020

Easter is around the corner, and many households are considering the adoption of a rabbit. Bunnies are... The 3rd most popular pet in the US Super adorable Quirky and playful Require less habitat space Unfortunately, however, approximately ⅓ of adopted rabbits end-up abandoned or returned to shelters and rescues. Join Our Email...

March 24, 2020

Cushing’s Disease & Ensuring Medication Intake What is it? Cushing's disease, also known as PPID (pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction), is a progressive disorder that begins with the dysfunction of the pituitary gland. This gland, at the base of the brain, sends out a number of hormones, and a horse with Cushing’s disease starts to send out more hormones causing a number of symptoms. ...

March 5, 2020

Of U.S. households that own pets, 4% own a hamster, gerbils, or guinea Pigs, making them the 3rd most common pet to own outside of dogs and cats. Small companion animals make for great pets; however, if you’re not a small animal expert, you might find it hard to tell these cute animals apart. Below you will find a few fun facts about the difference between hamsters, gerbils, and guinea...