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New Rules for Horses from CEM-Affected Countries

In March 2011, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued an Emergency Action interim-rule, which amended some of the regulations regarding the importation of horses from countries affected with contagious equine metritis (CEM). The rule went into e

Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus

Adult mosquitoes in the St. Louis area have tested positive for West Nile virus. Harbored in birds and spread by mosquitoes, horses are affected by WNV more than other domestic animals.

Top Chef Canada Use of Horse Meat

Popular television show Top Chef Canada may have cut off more than it could chew with revelations contestants in an upcoming episode will be cooking horse meat.

Equine Herpesvirus Confirmed in Colorado Horse

The Colorado Department of Agriculture is investigating one confirmed case of Equine Herpesvirus (EHV-1) within the state; a quarantine has been placed on a Douglas County premises.

Horse Trainers Question Suspension of Veterinarian

Trainers in Lambourn have responded to the fate of James Main, struck off on Tuesday by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons for injecting a racehorse with a banned substance, by calling for a discussion as to whether racing’s rules should permit

State Law that Forbids Payment to Non-veterinarians Upheld

The Missouri Veterinary Medical Board which took Brooke Gray to court over her equine dentistry business, has won a ruling stating that it can and will enforce a state law that forbids non-veterinarians from accepting payment for providing what the Miss

Be Prepared for Patent Urachus with New Foals

The condition known as patent urachus occurs when the tube leading from the bladder of the unborn foal to the fluid-filled sac surrounding it does not close properly at birth, causing leakage of urine from the umbilicus of the young foal. The degree of p

Your Equine First Aid Kit

Having first aid essentials readily available will save you time, money, and possibly your horse's life. Read to learn what every equine first aid kit should contain.

The Best Sources for Omega 3 Fatty Acids

Omega 3 fatty acids keep your horse healthy in a variety of ways. They balance immune function, protect joints and ligaments, diminish airway inflammation, support gastrointestinal function, reduce skin allergies, and decrease nervousness.

Past Horse Race Winners Look For Success at Santa Anita

For the first time in its 76-year history, the Grade 1, Santa Anita Handicap will feature two past winners on Saturday, March 2, 2013. Last year's Ron the Greek and the 2011 champion Game On Dude are challenging the field and each other.

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