http://rivervalleyfeed.comCompany blogs, tips and how-toshttp://assets.newmediaretailer.com/22000/22610/thumb_rv-logo.jpghttp://rivervalleyfeed.comen-USCopyright 2012, River Valley Feed and Pet SupplySat, 19 May 2012 03:36:36 -0400Sat, 19 May 2012 03:36:36 -0400http://www.newmediaretailer.comblog_68111335873600http://rivervalleyfeed.com/blog/article/6811/spring-pet-care-tipsThe seasons are changing quickly this year, which may leave us unprepared to contend with all the things that come with warm weather, especially if you're a pet owner. There are a few things you should keep in mind when caring for your pet this spring and into the summer months.BlogsTue, 01 May 2012 08:00:00 -0400blog_68101335873600http://rivervalleyfeed.com/blog/article/6810/hot-weather-tips-for-raising-poultryThey say raising poultry is all about feed, water, heat and light. But in the summer, beating the heat is a top priority. Severe heat stress can affect egg quality, size and hatchability. It can also increase the rate of mortality.BlogsTue, 01 May 2012 08:00:00 -0400blog_64851333286400http://rivervalleyfeed.com/blog/article/6485/treats-your-horses-will-loveAlthough making homemade horse treats may not be practical all the time, it is nice to treat your horse to something special once in a while.BlogsSun, 01 Apr 2012 09:20:00 -0400blog_64841333286400http://rivervalleyfeed.com/blog/article/6484/riding-into-the-sunset-ways-to-keep-your-senior-horse-activeAs your horse reaches his or her late teens, they may lose some of the sprightliness it showed in its earlier years. The key to keeping your senior horse active is just that: focus on keeping up with consistent exercise, though you may need to reduce the pace and challenge of daily workouts.BlogsSun, 01 Apr 2012 09:20:00 -0400blog_57851330603200http://rivervalleyfeed.com/blog/article/5785/how-to-prevent-and-minimize-problems-when-introducing-horses-to-spring-pasturesFor some horses, the advent of spring means that the source of forage changes from hay to fresh grass. If this is the case, the horse owner should take care to minimize the risk of laminitis as horses are exposed to fresh pastures. Why can fresh grass cause laminitis in horses?BlogsThu, 01 Mar 2012 07:00:00 -0500blog_57401330603200http://rivervalleyfeed.com/blog/article/5740/tips-for-creating-a-living-space-for-your-baby-chicksNewly hatched chicks, ducklings, goslings and turkey poults require that their very basic needs for shelter, warmth, food and water be met in order to survive. Good care and management with a bit of TLC will go a long way in providing a healthy start for your young flock.BlogsThu, 01 Mar 2012 07:00:00 -0500blog_55431328129040http://rivervalleyfeed.com/blog/article/5543/how-to-keep-your-cattle-and-pasture-healthy-and-productiveEven though pastures look green and lush in spring and early summer, grass production alone might not be able to meet all your cattle's nutritional needs.BlogsWed, 01 Feb 2012 15:44:00 -0500blog_55421328128980http://rivervalleyfeed.com/blog/article/5542/why-its-important-to-have-supplements-always-available-for-your-cattleHaving nutritional supplements always available for your cattle to utilize during critical times can pay dividends.BlogsWed, 01 Feb 2012 15:43:00 -0500blog_51341325455620http://rivervalleyfeed.com/blog/article/5134/tips-for-creep-feeding-calvesMost calves are not likely to reach their maximum potential growth without your help and intervention through a practice known as "creep feeding.BlogsSun, 01 Jan 2012 17:07:00 -0500blog_51331325455620http://rivervalleyfeed.com/blog/article/5133/nutrition-tips-for-your-senior-horseJust like humans, horses will begin to show signs of deterioration as they reach their senior years. We typically define a "senior" horse as one about fifteen to eighteen years old, although you may notice these changes well outside of this age bracket.BlogsSun, 01 Jan 2012 17:07:00 -0500