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  • AHP Survey Shows Horse Owners Truly Care about Nutrition

    Results of the American Horse Publications Survey 2012 indicate the concern horse owners have for providing the best nutrition possible for their horses. A great deal of thought goes into decision making when it comes to their horse's nutrional needs.

    Flossie Sellers - October 2, 2012 09:18

  • Discovery of Virus May Lead to New Horse Vaccines

    In a recent report in Science Daily, researchers say that a newly discovered mosquito virus could lead to new vaccines and drugs, as well as providing new diagnostic tools.

    Flossie Sellers - October 2, 2012 10:55

  • Management Tips to Keep Foals Healthy as They Grow

    Maintaining your new foal as it grows can be both fun and challenging. Foals change drastically during their first months as they become weanlings and mature. Weanlings and yearlings continue to build bone and muscle and mass at a remarkable rate. From we

    Flossie Sellers - February 19, 2013 13:05

  • Don't Let Hay Shortage Put Your Horse at Risk for Colic

    Research shows that changes in the batch or type of hay you give your horse can increase his chances of developing colic by 10 times! Fortunately, studies also suggest that there are things you can do to help reduce the chances of your horse developing co

    Flossie Sellers - February 21, 2013 07:48

  • 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.

    Flossie Sellers - October 3, 2012 14:48

  • 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.

    Flossie Sellers - February 21, 2013 08:26

  • Safe Vaccine Procedures to Keep Horses Healthy

    It’s 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

    Flossie Sellers - October 4, 2012 08:38

  • 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. 

    Flossie Sellers - October 4, 2012 10:47

  • 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

    Flossie Sellers - February 22, 2013 14:50

  • 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

    Flossie Sellers - February 23, 2013 08:06

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