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Horse Health
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Australian Horse Council Considering Levy on Horse Owners
The Australian Horse Industry Council says a levy on horse owners for disease research could be considered after lyssavirus also known as Hendra virus has been confirmed in another horse.
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Texans Warned about Illegal Entry of Horses with Piroplasmosis
 Horses and other livestock smuggled across the Mexican border increase the risk of horses coming into the US with infectious diseases such as piroplasmosis which could lead to epidemics in the United States.
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TAHC Orders Testing of Equines for Piroplasmosis
 Equine Piroplasmosis is a contagious blood-borne protozoal disease that affects all equines, including horses, ponies, donkeys, mules and zebras and is transferred by dirty instruments or insect carriers, such as ticks. >
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A Safety Reminder about Horse-Care Best Practices
The inventor of Summer Whinnys, the fly barrier sock for equine legs, understands the importance of minimizing unfamiliar or potentially dangerous situations involving protective horse wear.
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June 2013 - Crusade Against Equine Colic Month
Throughout June 2013, the Crusade Against Equine Colic will provide colic prevention-related content through various outlets that will help owners implement practices that may reduce their horses' risk for colic.
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7 Tips for an Active, Healthy Horse
During spring and summer seasons, when horses are put out to pasture, horse owners should be aware of the horse's needs and be vigilant in making sure horses are protected from dehydration, flies, accidental injuries and infectious diseases.
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Using Dormosedan Gel to Relieve Anxiety in Nervous Horses
When used properly, Dormosedan Gel can replace physical restraint and improve safety during treatments, diagnostics and transport and the gel is ideal for horses that are nervous or needle-shy and when owners need more control.
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80 Million "Working Equines" Need Help
Working with the Equitarians, Fullbucket has provided over 2-tons of supplement to needy working equines, and for every bucket you buy, they donate one bucket to needy animals.
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Lavender Foal Syndrome Test in Arabian Horses Available
The discovery of the Lavender Foal Syndrome mutation and development of the genetic test is a significant scientific finding and will make a valuable contribution to the knowledge of the genetics of the horse.
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AQHA Requirements for Piroplasmosis Testing in Horses
Currently, the US is considered equine piroplasmosis-free, but it is possible that, without proactive measures, the disease could gain a foothold and many more testing regulations would be required.