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Death Warrant Issued to 92,000 American Wild Horses
The House Appropriations Committee has passed a bill that will send wild horses to slaughter against the will of the American people
Outbreak of Equine Herpes Results in Ban on Illinois Horses
An ongoing outbreak of equine herpes at Hawthorne Race Course in suburban Chicago prompted Turfway Park to announce Friday that it will not accept entries from any horse stabled at Hawthorne or that has been on the grounds at any time during the Illinois
New Treatment for Head Shaking in Horses
Head shaking syndrome is when a horse shakes or jerks its head uncontrollably for no apparent reason. A recent study led by academics from the University of Bristol's School of Veterinary Sciences and the University of Liverpool, evaluated the long-te
Equine Infectious Anemia Threatening Canadian Horses
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency that oversees reportable animal diseases in Canada is reporting higher than usual numbers of horses infected with Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA). As of August 10, 2012, more than 70 horses were affected on 22 differen
Horse Fatalities at Santa Anita Rise on Dirt Track
Horse deaths at Santa Anita Race Track in Arcadia, California, are more than double the toll at other California tracks for the past fiscal year according to state statistics. Since the switch was made to a dirt running surface in 2010, twelve horses h
American Quarter Horse Association Partners With Cimarron Trailers
Hauling horses to events can be a daunting process, and Cimarron provides a peace of mind knowing your American Quarter Horse is safe traveling in their trailers.
Pinch Grafts and Treatment of Leg Wounds in Horses
Nothing is more frightening that seeing a laceration or exposed bone on the leg of a horse. After the initial shock of seeing such a wound, most horse owners call their vet, which is the best solution to injuries that can have long lasting effects on hors
Equine Herpes Virus-1 Cases Bring Restrictions at Woodbine Racetrack
Due to the infectious nature of Equine Herpes-1, the ORC has ordered the implementation of various infectious disease protocols to protect other equine athletes from exposure.
Ride Safely for a Happy Holiday Season
Horseback riding is often one of the joys of the winter season as new and beautiful vistas of snow-covered hills and fields open to view around every turn and corner. Unfortunately, the beauty of the season is often overshadowed by riding accidents that a
4-H Horsemanship Programs Teaching Life Skills to Young People
4-H is a learn-by-doing educational program helping youth grow and develop into positive citizens through 4-H projects, teamwork, responsibility, problem solving, leadership development, community involvement, public speaking, record keeping, decision mak