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A Radio Program for Horse Lovers
The first live morning show with an equine theme, this light, lively, entertaining daily look at the horse world and the people in it is hosted by Glenn, the Geek, and Jamie Jennings and produced by Jennifer H.
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Equestrian Coin Commemorates 2012 Olympics
A new 50p coin celebrating equestrianism has been launched by the Royal Mint in the build-up to the London Olympic Games. The coin, which features a jumping horse, is one of 29 designed by members of the public to represent the 29 Olympic and Paral
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Secretariat - Real People, Real Horse
The DVD of the movie Secretariat was made available this past week. Although many of the historical details are changed in the movie version of the story of  1973 Triple Crown winner, Secretariat, the story is interesting and effectively done.
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Endurance Added to FEI Championships
For more than 30 years, the Adequan FEI North American Junior and Young Rider Championships presented by Gotham North traditionally hosted championships for teams and individuals in the three Olympic Equestrian disciplines of dressage, eventing and jum
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Legislative Bill Cites Horse Dealers
 In January, Oregon horse owner Lindy Minten proposed a bill that would require any horses in the state for more than 30 days to have an "equine ownership certificate." The bill has been effectively killed for the current session, but could re-emerge
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Legislation Threatens Horses and Rescues
2011 has already brought controversy in the horse world with several legislative items related to horses emerging at the state level.
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Wolves Kill 30 Horses in Russia
Wolves are reported to be responsible for the deaths of more than 30 horses in just four days near Verkhoyansk, in Russia. Reports suggest the wolves are attacking livestock at will around the remote town, with a population of 1300. Hunters hav
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Animal Cruelty Charges for Florida Man
Sheriff's deputies unearthed a horse and dog at Defuniak Springs, Florida, after they were called by a woman who reported the animals had been missing for several days. Travis Ryan Atlow, who is in jail on unrelated charges faces two felony
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UC Davis Offers Horses For Sale
The Center for Equine Health at UC Davis periodically offers horses for sale. These horses are no longer needed for our research or teaching programs and may be suitable for pleasure or performance purposes. The horses vary widely in age, breed and tra
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Equine Time Table for London Olympics
The London 2012 Olympic equestrian timetable has been announced by the London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games (LOCOG). London 2012 will mark the 100th anniversary of equestrian sport in the Olympic movement.