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  • Horse Hoof Health and Nutrition: Balance Is Key

    "A well-balanced diet will contain the nutritional elements needed for optimal hoof growth, but each horse is unique and different life stages, performance levels, and lifestyles can affect each situation.”

    Flossie Sellers - December 22, 2016 07:58

  • Three Not-So-Common Myths about Feeding Horses

    "Horses are complex animals, and correctly meeting their nutritional needs can be challenging. Learn about these three not-so-common myths about feeding horses.”

    Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. - December 21, 2016 08:15

  • Winter Weather Changes May Increase Risk of Colic in Horses

    "Changes in diet and stabling often occur at the same time as changes in weather and activity levels and these changes can impact your horse's risk of colic.”

    Flossie Sellers - December 20, 2016 07:59

  • Equine Leptospirosis – A Hidden Threat to Your Horse’s Health

    "Until now, options have been limited for horse owners working to help prevent leptospirosis caused by L. pomona, and in response to the equine industry’s requests for a vaccine, Zoetis developed LEPTO EQ INNOVATOR®.”

    Flossie Sellers - December 9, 2016 08:03

  • Winter Freedom!

    "Keep this in mind—your horse is already wearing a winter coat. Why put on another one? Your horse’s hair coat is fully equipped to keep him insulated against the cold.”

    Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. - November 30, 2016 08:11

  • Winter Horse Management: Don’t Forget Electrolytes

    "Horse owners often associate electrolyte supplementation with warm weather, but the need for electrolytes depends entirely on the amount of work and sweat loss taking place, so for certain horses, supplementation is important during winter weather.”

    Flossie Sellers - November 30, 2016 07:40

  • Omeprazole Alone Doesn't Heal Ulcers in Horses

    "Omeprazole needs to be specially formulated to survive the acidic environment of the horse’s stomach as it travels into the small intestine where it can be absorbed.”

    Flossie Sellers - November 25, 2016 07:59

  • Dr. Kellon’s Guidelines: The Importance of Managing Equine Respiratory Problems

    "Whether triggered by seasonal allergens or exposure to common irritants such as dust and molds from straw and hay, airborne bacterial toxins or ammonia – even minor decreases in your equine's lung function can have a major impact.”

    Flossie Sellers - November 17, 2016 07:51

  • November Update on Infectious Horse Diseases in the USA

    "Frequent and accurate information about diseases outbreaks improves horse welfare and helps to prevent negative economic impact that can result from decreased horse use due to a fear of spreading infection.”

    Flossie Sellers - November 16, 2016 08:36

  • Where Rules Matter Most: Managing Your Horse's Medication

    "Talk to your veterinarian about the best administration options for medications for your horse and consult your individual association’s rules regarding medications to prevent over and under dosing during training or before a competition.”

    Flossie Sellers - November 11, 2016 07:55

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