Western Saddle Club

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06/05/2026

Fly spray mixture

06/05/2026

New World Screwworm has not been detected in Georgia, but livestock and pet owners should remain vigilant following a recent detection in Zavala County, TX.

Monitor animals for signs of infestation, including non-healing wounds, unusual discharge, or maggots in wounds.

Suspected cases should be reported immediately to the Georgia Department of Agriculture's Animal Health Division at 404-656-3667 or [email protected].

Learn more: https://agr.georgia.gov/new-world-screwworm & screwworm.gov

05/28/2026

🚑🐴 What’s in Your Equine First Aid Kit? 🩺🩹

As we gear up for summer trips down the trail, being prepared for emergencies gives you peace of mind and can make all the difference. Here's a look at some of the essentials I keep stocked in my equine first aid kit!👇

✅ Supplies & Tools
🖊 Permanent marker
🐴 Twitch
🪣 Collapsable bucket
🔗 Zip ties/hay string

✅ Documents & Emergency Info
📄 Current negative Coggins
🚚 Health certificate (for out-of-state travel)
📱 Large animal vet contacts along your route

✅ Hoof & Leg Care
🦶 Hoof pick
🧂 Epsom salts
👶 Diaper for hoof poultice padding

✅ Medications (use under veterinary guidance)
💉 Banamine (flunixin meglumine)
💊 Benadryl / diphenhydramine
⚡ Electrolyte paste or powder
🩹 Wound stop powder

✅ Wound Care
🩹 Gauze pads & Telfa pads
🎗 Rolled gauze, Vetrap & Elastikon
🛠 Duct tape
✂️ Bandage scissors
🔪 Pocket knife
🧴 Wound spray / betadine scrub
💧 Saline flush

✅ Vital Signs & Monitoring
🌡 Digital thermometer
🩺 Stethoscope
🔦 Penlight or flashlight

📌 Quick Tip:
Check your kit every few months for expired medications, dried-out supplies, or missing items!

💬 What’s ONE item you always keep in your horse trailer or barn first aid kit that you swear by? Share below! ⬇️🐎

05/28/2026

We’re sorry, but we are going to have to reschedule our show this Friday due to the amount of rain we’ve received. We feel the arena is too wet, and the safety of our riders and horses is our top priority.
We appreciate everyone’s understanding and support. We will announce the new date as soon as possible.

Thanks
Rhonda

05/26/2026

Due to all the recent rain and muddy arena conditions, a decision about the show will be made on Thursday. We appreciate everyone’s patience and will post an update as soon as possible.

05/26/2026

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05/25/2026

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