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Researcher Discusses Climate Change Effects on Horse Health
Dr Gary Muscatello, Veterinary researcher with University of Sydney recently spoke about the increase in equine related diseases associated with climate change. Dr. Muscatello forecasts that climate change will affect equine health in numerous ways.
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Special Equine Research Report at University of Guelph
Mark your calendars! On April 6th, 2013 Equine Guelph presents an exciting seminar at the University of Guelph, featuring Ontario Veterinary College researchers who have starred in the popular "Report on Research" video series.
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Safe Vaccine Procedures to Keep Horses Healthy
Itâs important to help protect your horse from diseases, but with so many different vaccines available, sometimes making a selection may seem challenging. To help you make an informed decision and develop a safe, effective vaccine program for your horse
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AHP 2012 Survey Reveals Horse Owners Deworming Strategies
In the American Horse Publications (AHP) second online nationwide equine industry survey  conducted earlier this year, a set of horse health questions focused on deworming.Â
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Eight Tips for Conditioning Your Horse
Horse owners realize that it is in their best interest, as well as their horse's best interest to prevent lameness-causing injuries. Ask any veterinarian or experienced trainer what the top three preventive measures fare or making sure a horse does no
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Meeting the Challenges of Raising an Orphan Foal
Since newly-born foals are rather helpless, a foal that is unable to stay with its natural mother for any reason needs special care to ensure appropriate growth and development. Raising an orphaned foal to the age of a weanling is a challenge because of i
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Will Acupuncture Help Heal My Horse?
Acupuncture may be defined as the stimulation of a specific point on the body, referred to as an acupoint. Physiological changes in response to acupuncture point stimulation are the basis of clinical treatment. Stimulation of an acupoint activates nerve f
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Don't Ignore Eyelid Injuries and Irritations in Your Horse's Eye
Eyelid injuries and eye irritation in horses sometimes occur and can be very serious if neglected. The fall season often produces plant burrs and dry leaves that may stick to horse eyelids and cause irritation if not noticed and removed immediately.Â
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Why Genetic Research Is Important to Horse Owners
Whether you are an owner, breeder, rider or other equine enthusiast, there are some essential genetics that can help you understand the over all make up of horses and how they are affected by their DNA inheritance.
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Equine Guelph Offers Two New eWorkshops
Equine Guelph Announces Two New eWorkshops: Colic Prevention on March 11 -24, and Horse Behaviour and Safety eWorkshop on April 1 -14, 2013