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Horse Health
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Equi-Force to Participate in a Free Live Webinar: Health Gut, Healthy Horse
Dr. Gill will discuss ways to combat digestive dysfunction in horses and how therapeutic nutrition provides the horse with raw materials it needs to prevent gastrointestinal disorders and disease.
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AAEP Updates Infectious Disease Guidelines, Addresses Rhodococcus equi
Rhodococcus equi has been added to the infectious disease guidelines because it is a significant disease of growing foals despite considerable research into its treatment and prevention.
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Don't Let Horse Skin Issues Go Unchecked during Cold Weather
Horses develop tumors, nodules, and swellings on their skin in winter as well as during warmer months making it important to check your horse's skin often.
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Even Non-GMO is Not Necessarily Safe When It Comes To Horse Health
A large body of research on the negative impact glyphosate has on overall well-being exists, so if your horse has health problems that cannot be resolved, his glyphosate intake may be the culprit.
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Stem Cell Treatment of Wounds in Horses May Advance Treatment in Humans
Researchers are exploring the use of stem cells to treat skin wounds in horses with techniques that may eventually translate to human patients.
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Make 2018 Your Horse’s Healthiest Year Yet!
SmartPak’s Horse Health Challenge consists of 11 parts encouraging riders to take charge of their horse's health, and change their horse's world for the better.
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Six Must-Discuss Horse Health Topics
Work proactively alongside your veterinarian to develop the best possible wellness plan to ensure your horse’s health.
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8 Tips for Better Winter Horse Health
During cold weather, it becomes more difficult to monitor horse health, so daily once-overs are important to make sure that any developing health issues are addressed in a timely manner.
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A Wellness Program for Your Horse?
By developing a closer working relationship with your equine practitioner, you take advantage of the 'inside scoop' as you work to design a comprehensive health care plan for your horse.
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Arthritis in Horses: What Every Horse Owner Should Know
Joint problems that lead to arthritis are a normal part of the aging process in horses, and poor conformation and the stress of training may increase a horse’s risk.