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Horse Health
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Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation Funds 16 Projects
Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation will fund 16 projects in 2012, totaling $845,646.
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Ireland Adopts Anti-doping Rules for Equestrian Events
National anti-doping rules for all equestrian disciplines have been introduced in Ireland for the first time. The new rules were passed unanimously at a board meeting of Horse Sport Ireland on March 16. The rules be in effect in equestrian disciplines i
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New Teleseminar Features Horse Nutrition and Dental Care
On Wednesday March 21, Dr. Clair Thunes PhD independent equine nutritionist and owner of Summit Equine Nutrition LLC launches a new series of teleseminars connecting equine nutrition to other health care and management topics.Â
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Horse Feed Recalled
Western Feed LLC issued a recall in early March of two lots of Kountry Buffet 14% feed for horses after receiving a report of horses that died after consuming the feed.
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Drought and Economy Threaten Horses
With the poor economy and exceptional drought in Texas, Bluebonnet Equine Humane Society President and Executive Director Dr. Jennifer Williams says that the conditions are dire for horses across the state of Texas. âIâve been involved in rescue sinc
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New Horse Wound Care System Available
Nunn Finer Animal Health, a division of Nunn Finer Products, Inc., is pleased to announce the launch of their patented Wound Care System Dermafas®. This FDA registered and patented formula is a novel approach to wound, skin and coat care and uses a pro
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Norbrook Laboratories Focuses on Vet Support
Norbrook Laboratories Ltd has relaunched their website with a clear focus on veterinary technical support, farmers and pet owners.
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Use of Banned Substances on Horses Legs a Felony?
The Humane Society of the United States has filed a legal petition asking the United States Department of Agriculture to treat the use of illegal numbing or masking chemicals on horsesâ legs as a felony under the Horse Protection Act.
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Omega-3 Fatty Acids in Your Equine's Diet
According to Dr. Kris Hiney, nutrition advisor for Omega Fields products, understanding the science behind Omega-3 fatty acids and the terminology used can be of great benefit to horse owners who want to keep their horses healthy.
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NY Task Force To Investigate Horse Fatalities
A week after receiving a letter from Gov. Cuomo questioning the alarming 20 equine fatalities, 18 of them fatal breakdowns, at Aqueduct since the inner-dirt meet began Nov. 30, a [no-glossary]team of investigators was approved by the New York State Racing