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Horse Health
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How Do You Know If You Should Blanket Your Horse?
Horses have two natural defenses against cold; a long hair coat and a layer of fat beneath the skin. Both provide an excellent means of insulation against the cold.
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HSUS Asks Court to Uphold Laws Protecting Horses from Soring
The Humane Society of the United States filed a friend-of-the-court brief with a federal court in Texas, asking the court to uphold much-needed regulations issued by the United States Department of Agriculture to strengthen enforcement of the Horse Protec
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Humane Society Launches Safe Stalls Horse Rescue Network
The Humane Society of the United States has launched its Safe Stalls Horse Rescue Network Program to connect equine professionals to help horses in crisis.
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Identifying and Choosing FDA Approved Drugs for Your Horse
With the many equine products available both on-line and in markets, knowing when a drug or medication has been approved by the FDA can be tricky. Many non-approved drugs and medication mimic the packaging and advertising of drugs that have gone through t
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Immune System as Power House for Horse Health
When the horseâs immune system is not working properly it causes health problems for the horse and so it is up to you - the owners, trainers, grooms, and horse lovers - to do whatever you can to keep our horsesâ immune systems strong.
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Importance of Barn Ventilation for Winter Horse Health
During winter weather, efficient barn ventilation should get rid of excess moisture, respiratory disease organisms, dust and waste gases. Obviously, when the air outside is cold and saturated with moisture it is difficult to keep a good atmosphere in the
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Importance of Dental Care for Better Horse Health
An article written by Angela Hawker, DVM, of Cambridge Equine Hospital explains the importance of dental care for horses and points out that by the time a horse begins to loose weight, drop feed, or show other signs of dental problems, any issues with the
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Importance of Preventative Medicine for Horses
Dr. Dan Ahnen, one of several veterinarians from Siloam Springs, Ark. who rotate a week at a time in the Southwest City Veterinary Clinic is a veterinarian who stresses the importance of preventative medicine for animals including horses, cows, and small
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Increase in Cases of Lyme Disease in Horses Predicted
The potential for more cases of Lyme disease in both humans and horses is increased during fall weather when horses, riders, and hunters are spending more time on trails where infestations of ticks are increasing this year.
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Insecticide/Repellent Protects Horses from Flies and Disease
With drought-like conditions affecting several regions of the United States, Absorbine® recognizes the particular needs of horse owners in hot, dry climates. The development of UltraShield® Red Insecticide & Repellent offers broad spectrum protection ag