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West Nile Virus Can Threaten Horse Health this Fall

It’s not too late to help protect against the spread of disease during peak mosquito season.

Monty Roberts: Recognizing Healing from Horses on an International Basis

With the recent rise in equine-assisted programs the world-over, many more non-equestrians are being introduced to the amazing benefits of time spent with horses.

Horizon Structures Presents Series: Why and How Best To Insulate Your Horse Barn

As wood is a natural insulator, using wood for horse barn builds is a good idea.

Neglected Horse Case Closed

An animal neglect case that's been ongoing since the summer of 2009, came to a close this week. The Bluebonnet Equine Humane Society, head-quartered in the B-CS area, recently seized 12 horses in northeast Texas.

Strangles Identified in Two Arabians

Two horses from the same stable who attended New Zealand's National Arabian Championships held earlier this month have tested positive for the infectious disease strangles.

Woman Sentenced for Scamming Buyers

Trina Lee Kenney of Wrightwood, California, was sentenced Wednesday, April 6, 2011, to 48 months in prison after she pleaded guilty on one count of mail fraud for selling sick and deformed horses over the internet and in some cases, not delivering hor

Jessica Springsteen Competes in Royal Windsor Horse Show

Jessica Springsteen, daughter of US singer Bruce Springsteen, competed in the Grade A jumping competition during the Royal Windsor Horse Show in Windsor, Berkshire, on May 13, 2011. The horse show is the largest outdoor equestrian Show in the UK, with

Peg Greiwe: A Back Country Horsemen of America Horsewoman

”Peg says 'It all started with a handful of men sitting around a campfire, concerned about losing horse access to trails… and we’re still concerned about that today. We’ve come so far, and I like to think of myself as a support that helped along t

Know the Signs of Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis

Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis' ability to masquerade as other health issues, such as lameness or other neurological diseases, makes it difficult to diagnose, and its effects can be heartbreaking for the horse and owner.

Planning for the Final Goodbye

"Many of us, including veterinarians, can be highly emotional while dealing with our horses' illnesses, and the ability to make decisions can be hampered, especially when one is expected to make a tough decision within a short period of time."

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