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Horse Health
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Muscular Disorders of Athletic Horses
Muscular disorders are common in athletic horses and can be frustrating and even fatal under some circumstances.
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Misbehavior and Obesity in Equines - Does a Link Exist?
New research by Charles Sturt University academic Dr Petra Buckley suggests that obese horses and ponies are more likely to misbehave than their healthier and slimmer counterparts.
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Help for Plump Ponies Is on Its Way
Researchers have found a drug that prevents laminitis in ponies.
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Equine Disease Communication Center Updates for Early October 2018
Infectious disease outbreaks have a lasting effect on local economy and result in millions lost in revenue due to horse loss, quarantine, and cancelled events.
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Does Your Overweight Horse Have An Insulin Problem?
It didn't take long for an assumption to arise that obesity is a laminitis risk factor and causes elevated insulin.
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People Are Hungry for More Information on Horse Guts
The 'Journey' is popular with horse lovers of all ages and allows participants the chance to see and feel the different parts of a horse's digestive system.
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Morris Animal Foundation Awards Three Grants Related to Horse Health
Morris Animal Foundation awarded grants based on studies with the greatest potential to enhance horse health.
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Horse Needs These Five Things
Horses are individuals and may need additional nutrients and care, but covering the basics will optimize your horse's foundation for a lifetime of vibrant health.
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Savvy Online Studies Support Sickness Prevention in Horses
When a horse sneezes or coughs no elbow or hankie will be raised to contain the potential biohazard from reaching other horses.
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Beware of Toxic Plants in Your Horse Pasture as Fall Arrives
Fall weather means changing conditions in pastures and horse owners are urged to make sure their pastures are clear of excess leaves and toxic plants that may endanger horse health.