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  • Dr. Getty - Tender Spring Grass - Use Caution

    Dr. Getty’s March Tip: Add a Serving of Caution to that Tender Spring Grass:  Spring is almost upon us in most of the country, so it’s time to revisit that critical topic: spring grazing.

    Flossie Sellers - March 15, 2012 09:10

  • International Animal Welfare Mobilizes Animal Rescue

    In the wake of Hurricane Irene, the International Fund for Animal Welfare has mobilized to Cobleskill, New York, to conduct small and large animal water rescue operations in flooded areas. Responding to a request from the State of New York, IFAW deploye

    Flossie Sellers - September 2, 2011 08:56

  • Drought Threatens Horse Health

    In a year when temperatures are soaring in much of the country and wildfires threaten areas with large horse populations, many horse owners are facing periods of drought. Summer droughts can be rough on horses because of high temperatures, limited water a

    Flossie Sellers - June 29, 2012 13:51

  • Keep Horse Comfortable During Winter Travel

    One of the most confusing decisions when trailering in cold weather is whether to blanket your horse, said Neva Kittrell Scheve, author and equine travel expert. Horses are very comfortable in cold conditions, and most will travel very well during the wi

    Flossie Sellers - November 15, 2011 13:37

  • Keep Horse Happy and Healthy While Traveling!

    Lynn Palm ~ Palm Partnership Training® Tip of the Month: Keep your horse happy and healthy while traveling: When I travel with my horses for six or more hours, I am sure they are prepared for the trip by mixing a hot bran mash with mineral oil at least

    Flossie Sellers - November 1, 2011 08:43

  • Kentucky Equine Research Now Partner with USPC

    Kentucky Equine Research (KER) an international equine nutrition and exercise physiology research, consultation, and product development company  is pleased to announce an official educational partnership with the United States Pony Clubs Inc. (USPC).

    Flossie Sellers - October 5, 2011 09:50

  • EEE Strikes Horses in Florida

    The Lake County Health Department received notification on Friday that two horses in the Groveland area have died from complications of the Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) virus.

    Flossie Sellers - December 12, 2011 12:48

  • English Ponies Receiving Contraceptive Injections

    Ponies in Dartmoor, England, are being given contraceptive injections in a bid to control the number of unwanted foals. The Dartmoor Hill Pony Association began the project because foals are not in demand in the current economic climate and the project c

    Flossie Sellers - May 29, 2012 09:21

  • Lay Equine Dentists Regulated in Texas

    After several years of debate about who can perform dental work on Texas horses a resolution has been achieved.The Texas Legislature has moved to professionalize the practice of nonveterinary equine dentistry by passing House Bill 414.

    Flossie Sellers - July 27, 2011 11:41

  • Legend of the Year Award Goes to Outstanding Vet

    Bayer HealthCare LLC, Animal Health Division, announced today, the winner of the second annual Bayer Animal Health Legend of the Year Award, Dr. Tanja Molby. The Bayer Animal Health Legend of the Year Award recognizes veterinary professionals who provide

    Flossie Sellers - November 21, 2011 14:19

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