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  • Horseman's Lab Calls for Support of Critical Parasite Research

    A project spearheaded by leading equine parasitology researcher and veterinarian Dr. Martin Nielsen is called “Let the germs get the worms“: is testing a novel probiotic compound for treatment of equine parasites.

    Flossie Sellers - January 11, 2014 09:24

  • Winter TLC for Horses with Arthritis

    Freezing temperatures and deep snow can be extremely problematic for horses with arthritic and mobility issues, according to Laurie Cerny, editor and publisher of good-horsekeeping.com.

    Flossie Sellers - January 10, 2014 09:23

  • Top Seasonal Horse Care Tips from Equine Guelph

    Winter is here! Are you Ready? Horse care tips for cold weather from Equine Guelph.

    Flossie Sellers - January 9, 2014 09:12

  • A Hands-On Approach to Caring for Your Senior Horse in Winter

    Although time takes its toll on the older horse's bodily systems, much can be done to keep the horse healthy, spry, and capable of great companionship in spite of cold weather. Turning your old horse out to pasture is not the kindest thing to do du

    Flossie Sellers - January 7, 2014 09:54

  • Four Horses Euthanized After Confirmation of Equine Herpesvirus-1

    According to the North Carolina Department of Agriculture, 4 horses at a boarding facility in central North Carolina have been confirmed to have the neurologic form of EHV-1 and have been euthanized.

    Flossie Sellers - January 7, 2014 09:10

  • Is Your Horse's Diet Coming Up Short?

    According to a survey by SmartPak, 7 out of 10 horses aren’t getting a full serving of fortified grain or complete feed.

    Flossie Sellers - January 7, 2014 08:24

  • Research Shows Herpes Virus Plays a Role in Abortions in Mares

    The ways in which mares tolerate the developing fetus is not fully understood, but in humans, primates and mice, a protein called indoleamine 2,3-dioxygenase produced by the pregnant uterus has been shown to be important.

    Flossie Sellers - January 6, 2014 10:34

  • The Value of Blood Tests in Diagnosing Respiratory Problems in Horses

    Winter weather often brings respiratory problems not only to humans, but also to horses, and poor barn and stable ventilation combined with more time spent inside can lead to airway distress and disease.

    Flossie Sellers - January 6, 2014 09:34

  • Halmarq Standing Equine MRI Imaging Hits 40,000+ Scans

    Both standing and high field MRI have proven diagnostic rates of 90% or better, while with the conventional approach to lameness diagnosis only about 30% of tests get a definite result.

    Flossie Sellers - December 31, 2013 12:47

  • 2014 New Year's Resolution: Test Before Deworming Your Horse

    Make 2014 the best year ever for you and your horse by esolving now to always have your horse’s stool tested before you deworm your horse.

    Flossie Sellers - December 31, 2013 08:34

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