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Horse Health
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Confirmed Case of Hendra Virus in Horse in New South Wales
Because this is the second case of Hendra virus in the area this year, horse owners should immediately talk with a veterinarian about vaccinating their horses.
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10 Myths about Horse Breeding
In the UK, a Need to Breed? initiative is now spreading the word about the impact that breeding just one foal can have on the horse population.
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Disaster Preparedness Makes a Difference in the Lives of Horses
In the event of a disaster it is for you as a horse owner to have pre-planned actions and information to make rapid decisions that may save your horseâs and even your own life
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Battle Continues Over Herd Size of Corolla Mustangs
At issue is the United States Fish and Wildlife Service's insistence that the Corolla herd size be limited to 60 while a leading equine geneticist and expert maintains at least 150 are required for genetic diversity.
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Update on AAEP Study of Laminitis in Horses
The Laminitis Project is designed to identify risk factors for laminitis that will provide information to guide research into the pathogenesis, treatment, and prevention of new cases of laminitis.
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6 Tips for Keeping Horses Cool During Summer Heat
In conditions where humidity is high and sweat no longer evaporates to cool the skin, horses are prone to heat exhaustion and heat stroke which can be extremely dangerous.
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Adequan Availability Update for Horse Owners and Veterinarians
The companyâs latest expectations for reestablishing Adequan® supply to the market is estimated to be first quarter 2014 however, this hinges upon completion of a successful inspection by the FDA.
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Horse Owners Urged to Vaccinate Horses Against EEE and WNV
Summer is not too late to vaccinate against Eastern Equine Encephalitis and West Nile Virus since many areas have mosquito activity into the month of November.
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Up-dated Pigeon Fever Guidelines Published by AAEP
The Pigeon Fever guidelines were created by AAEP member Dr. Sharon Spier on behalf of the AAEPâs Infectious Disease Committee and synopsize the research and clinical experience at the University of California-Davis.
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Horse Owners Urged to Vaccinate Horses Against EEE and WNV
Summer is not too late to vaccinate against Eastern Equine Encephalitis and West Nile Virus since many areas have mosquito activity into the month of November.