For 9 year old Calvin Hays Chapman of Afton, TX, there was much anticipation for last year’s livestock show season. “I knew from a young age that I wanted to be in 4-H and wanted to show. My mom, my aunt, and my uncle Topher (Christopher Dalton) all showed livestock and horses. My uncle Topher …
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That family legacy, seven generations long, extends to the community. When she and her brother were starting out, they had help from friends, her ag teachers, breeders and members of her local FFA chapter. Claire, however, mentions a truly special relationship that supports her “One group in my community that supports me so much is …
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Saturday, March 19, devastating wildfires made their way across 170 square miles statewide. The fires destroyed 147 structures and killed one Sherriff’s deputy. As always, when disaster strikes, Hi-Pro takes action on behalf of our customers and their livestock. In a concerted effort with Cagle Trucking, Hi-Pro Feeds delivered our Forage Stretcher ration to give …
Foot Maintenance at Home Lee Olsen: There is definitely work you need to be doing at home in between your regular farrier appointments. You need to be picking their feet out, regularly. Every time you ride, you should check the feet. This is an important practice for several reasons: #1 – Picking the feet out …
Equine Ambassador Lee Olsen shares his tips for preparing your horse for the farrier! Read More »
Livestock show kids often say that their hard work paying off and the thrill of competition are some of the best parts of the experience. Cannon Pelfery, 11, of White Deer, TX feels a little differently. “I love building a new relationship with my animal every year” he says, ”We get to travel to new …
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At the age of ten, Sawyer Lunsford of Dimmit, TX is already a seasoned livestock show veteran. “My older brothers also show” he explains “I started with mini-Herefords when I was three and my brothers taught me. I definitely wanted to show cows because they are not as nasty as the pigs.” Even with the …
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Dr. McElwee recommends horse owners get a routine exam with either a vet or a qualified lay dentist at least yearly, or twice yearly if there is a history of problems. How do you know your horse may have a problem with its teeth? Watch out for these five signs: Holding their head in a …
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As a young girl, Kendyl Rust, 17 from Boerne, TX, started her livestock show career very sensibly, with pigs. However, in 4th grade she went to the home of a friend who was showing steers and spent and afternoon helping her in the barn. “I went home that day and told my dad ‘We’ve got …
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This month we are introducing you to our Equine Ambassadors. Accomplished professionals in the fields of equine health that have partnered with Hi-Pro Feeds and Alfa-Pro to share their knowledge and experience with our customers. This week, we spotlight Dr. Dustin McElwee of Brock Veterinary Clinic in Lamesa, TX. Growing up in New Boston, TX, …
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Growing up on a cattle ranch in South Dakota, Lee Olsen was always around horses. Riding with his parents as early as six months old; horses, cattle and all things ranch work related fell into everyday life. After rodeoing and training horses in high school and college, Lee decided to make a career change. He …
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