OSU Animal Science Videos

VT 86 - The Events of Foaling*
Covers events of a normal foaling and problems that may occur during the foaling process.  Length:  17 Minutes

VT 96 - Powell Breaking Technique: Teaching by Asking*
This tape is a record of a live presentation given at the Oklahoma Equine Agriculture Symposium III.  Sam Powell, assistant manager for the Mullendore Cross Bell Ranch in Copan, Oklahoma, demonstrates breaking techniques by breaking a young horse to ride.  Length:  1 Hour, 58 Minutes

VT 184 - In the English Tradition Parts 1 & 2
Part 1 covers the tradition of English riding with special emphasis on hunter and saddle.  Traditions associated with English tack and apparel, plus selection of horse to perform on the flat and what is expected of such horses are discussed by judge Don Blurt.  Part 2 covers basic training technique for a horse learning to jump fences.  Burt explains class routine and gives pointers on showing and judging horses in hunter hack, working hunter and jumping.  Length:  Part 1-23 Minutes, Part 2-17 Minutes

VT 189 - Facility Considerations for Horse Farms*
This tape provides information that will enable facility placement and construction with a sound architectural and engineering basis.  Procedures are outlined that assist in defining and evaluating facility objectives and locating farm sites and individual buildings.  Experts on the tape give recommendations for building materials, insulation, ventilation and needs for stalls, alleyways and lighting.  Fencing material alternatives are discussed, as well as safety considerations in all areas of horse housing.  Length:  36 Minutes

VT 196 - Western Horsemanship
Noted instructor Andy Moorman gives valuable pointers on proper western horsemanship.  Included in a series of exercises designed to build confidence in both horse and rider.  Critiques of actual classes follow.  Length:  30 Minutes.

VT 201 - Showmanship: The Basics
Pete and Tamra Kyle cover grooming and preparation of the horse and exhibitor for showmanship competition.  Additionally, many do's and don'ts regarding class rules and routine are covered.  Length:  30 Minutes

VT 210 - Team Roping
This tape gives pointers on the selection of ropes, techniques and timing in team roping competition.  Training and selection of team roping horses and AQHA rules governing the event are discussed by Sonny Jim Orr and Billy Allen.  Length:  26 Minutes

VT 211 - Hunt Seat Equitation
AQHA judge Don Burt explains fundamentals of the event as well as maneuvers which adequately determine a contestant's riding ability.  The desired position of the rider's body, hands and legs is discussed, as well as attire and methods of performing specified maneuvers.  Length:  28 Minutes

VT 218 - Oklahoma 6-5-4: Body Condition Scoring for Beef Cattle*
This tape answers the 20 most commonly asked questions about the Oklahoma 6-5-4 program, a cow management plan used to improve the reproductive efficiency of spring calving cow herds.  The tape explains how to evaluate body condition scores, what body condition has to do with rebreeding, management techniques for cows in various conditions and the pros and cons of short term calf removal, flushing and early weaning.  Length:  20 Minutes

VT 236 - Working the Cow Horse
Bobby Ingersoll, Don Dodge and Al Dunning share their expertise on the working cow horse class.  Dodge talks of the working cow horse's origin, while Ingersoll and Dunning explain and demonstrate basic training techniques for a prospective working cow horse.  Several reining and cow working performances are analyzed by the three.  Length:  25 Minutes

VT 250 - Horse Judging Parts 1 & 2
This tape is designed to aid the formation of a horse judging team on a competitive level.  Part 1 features halter and reining competition with each class composed of four horses.  Audiences have the opportunity to judge each class prior to the announcement of official placings.  Explanations for the placings are then given by AQHA judge Dr. Jim Heird.  One set of oral reasons follows each class.  Part 2 features the same format but includes western pleasure and hunter under saddle competition.  Length:  Part 1 - 46 Minutes and Part 2 - 55 Minutes

VT 251 - Ultrasound Pregnancy Diagnosis in Ewes*
This tape explains the benefits of the ultrasound pregnancy diagnosis technique to the sheep industry, demonstrates how to use the machine and follows two ewes throughout their pregnancies, showing various gestation stages with the ultrasound technology.  Length:  21 Minutes

VT 362 - Training the Championship Trail Horse*
This tape shows how to train and prepare for trail horse competition.  Western event trainer Ken Garrett is featured on the tape.  Length:  43 Minutes

VT 787 - Pigs, Poultry, and Public Policy Week #1*
News packages on public policy of pigs and poultry.  Length:  22 Minutes

VT 788 - Pigs, Poultry, and Public Policy Week #2*
News packages on public policy of pigs and poultry.  Length:  25 Minutes

VT 789 - Pigs, Poultry, and Public Policy Week #3*
News packages on public policy of pigs and poultry.  Length:  24 Minutes

VT 790 - Pigs, Poultry, and Public Policy Week #4*
News packages on public policy of pigs and poultry.  Length:  26 Minutes

VT 791 - Pigs, Poultry, and Public Policy Week #5*
News packages on public policy of pigs and poultry.  Length:  27 Minutes

VT 950 - Foot and Mouth Disease*
This video discusses in detail the foot and mouth disease.  The speaker discusses how the disease can be transmitted, what animals are susceptible, and how to treat the disease.  Length:  18 Minutes

TC 06 - Integrated Beef Management Videoconference Part 1*
This program is a joint presentation of information from Animal Science, Veterinary Medicine, Entomology, Agronomy, and Agricultural Economics to help beef producers improve their efficiency.  Length:  2 Hours

TC 07 - Integrated Beef Management Videoconference Part 2*
This program is a joint presentation of information from Animal Science, Veterinary Medicine, Entomology, Agronomy, and Agricultural Economics to help beef producers improve their efficiency.  Primarily deals with internal and external parasite control and the economics of profitable beef production.  Note:  Horn Fly resistance information is out of date.  Length:  2 Hours