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Horse Health
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Introduction to Herbs and Foods in the Horse; An Online Course
When it comes to nutrition supplementation for horses, patterns are often readily apparent and through a better understanding, you can choose your 'weapons' more appropriately.
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Research Studies Histamine Concentration in Unmedicated Horses after Penicillin and Guaifenesin Doses
The WCVM team will measure the histamine concentration in horses about to undergo surgery in three different scenarios.
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Deadly EEE virus found in mosquito sample in New York is an 'imminent threat' to public health
July 31 sample taken in New York state contained Eastern Equine Encephalitis, a virus that can cause fatal brain swelling in humans if bitten by mosquitoes carrying it.
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Clostridial Myositis: A Danger for Horses Receiving Injections
Clostridial myositis is a true medical emergency in horses, with survival linked to prompt intervention through aggressive antibiotic treatment and wound debridement.
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Feet in the Heat - Healthy Horse Hooves in Hot, Dry Weather
The difference between horses whose hooves stay healthy in hot and arid conditions versus those that dry, crack and peel is quite simply the health of the hoof;
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Veterinarian-Horse Owner Partnership Remains Focus for Equine Parasite Control
The AAEP has released updated equine parasite control information supporting individualized deworming using targeted treatments at appropriate dosage levels.
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Bringing Horse Owners, Veterinarians, and College Faculty Together on Issues Concerning Horse Health
NC State's Equine Veterinary Services specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of medical and surgical disorders in horses.
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Wild Horse Nearly Chokes on Ribbon Attached to a Balloon
An incident in which a wild horse was seen choking on a ribbon attached to a balloon is a reminder that foreign objects can be deadly for horses.
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Facing The Challenge Of Feeding The Metabolically Challenged Horse
Inundation with the barrage of suggestions for feeding the metabolically challenged horse often yields more questions than answers
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LiveWire Ergogenics Enters Equestrian Research Project with Top Equine Experts
LiveWire Ergogenics, Inc. announced it has assembled a team for a research project into effectiveness of treatments using cannabis extract for conditions in performance horses.