Horse owners today praised a new law signed by Gov. Cuomo that extends the same legal protections and tax assessment benefits to commercial equine operations that commercial horse boarding operations currently enjoy.
AÂ new Lyme disease test at the Animal Health Diagnostic Center at Cornell University combines the results previously obtained by ELISA and Western blotting. The advantages of the new multiplex test compared to the previous procedure are:
According to an article in The Farrier's Journal, results from the United Kingdomâs first public National Equine Health Survey pinpointed some interesting facts concerning feet. Some 3,120 horses were represented in the study, says John Slater, prof
California has no new confirmed case of EHV-1. There is a total of 21 confirmed EHV-1/ EHM cases in the state. The last California confirmed case was on June 3, 2011 in Glenn County.
Prevention of laminitis is always the first key and can only be practiced with knowledge and as a horse owner, it is your responsibility to discover the facts.
Not all fat is created equal. You may be adding fat to your horse's diet to provide more calories, or to replace starch, but the type of fat can significantly impact your horse's health. Some fats improve immune function, reduce inflammation, and
âThe whip is always the number-one selling piece of equipment around the world. It amazes me that we have dealt with horses for approximately 8,000 years, yet failed to learn that the whip is probably the most ineffective tool.â
Core vaccination guidelines were created by the American Association of Equine Practitioners, the leading group of equine veterinarians, and are recommend annually as part of overall equine wellness.
Through the Equestrian Motor Plan, USRider provides nationwide roadside assistance and towing services along with other travel-related benefits to its Members.
Changes to a horse's routine and diet can increase the risk of colic and are often overlooked as a potential cause.