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Importance of Dental Care for Better Horse Health
An article written by Angela Hawker, DVM, of Cambridge Equine Hospital explains the importance of dental care for horses and points out that by the time a horse begins to loose weight, drop feed, or show other signs of dental problems, any issues with the
Spring Cleaning - Getting Your Horse Ready for the Show Season
A free webcast by My Horse University eXtension, Spring Cleaning: Getting Your Horse Ready for the Show Season, is coming on Apr 28, 2015.
The Value of Blood Tests in Diagnosing Respiratory Problems in Horses
Winter weather often brings respiratory problems not only to humans, but also to horses, and poor barn and stable ventilation combined with more time spent inside can lead to airway distress and disease.
Keeping Your Senior Horse Healthy During Cold Weather
Middle age for humans begins about 45, but middle age for your horse begins at around 15 with a life expectancy of about 30 years and cold weather can take a toll on the senior horse.
Horse Profiling to Better Understand Your Horse
Kerry Thomas and Calvin L. Carter have co-authored a new book published on May 15, 2012, âHorse Profiling: The Secret to Motivating Equine Athletes.â
Westgate Labs Supports Horse Health on the Front Line with World Horse Welfare
Westgate Labs is providing free worm egg count tests to assist in identifying potentially life threatening problems and help officers engage with horse owners.
Bill to Protect California Horses from Slaughter Passed by Legislature - Up for Governor's Signature
Last year, approximately 80,000 American horses (domestic and wild) were trucked to Canada and Mexico for slaughter for human consumption.
The Impact of Antibiotics on the Equine Gut
Seeking advice from your veterinarian before administering antimicrobials to horses is important, not only because it may predispose the horse to disease, but because antimicrobial resistant bacteria may develop.
Bluebonnet Horse Training Challenge Offers $10,000 in Prize Money
The Bluebonnet Training Challenge allows trainers and foster homes to show off their skills, and the horses gain valuable training that will help them find new homes.
Two Horses Test Positive for EVH-1 in California
The California racing board said the horses identified have the ânon-neuropathogenic" strain of the equine virus, which is generally considered less virulent, and biosecurity measures recommended by the CHRB are being taken to ensure a safe environment.