During the final three months of pregnancy, the mare now requires more calories, more protein, more omega 3s, and balanced vitamins and minerals, not only for the unborn foal but also to prepare for milk production.
Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation will fund 16 projects in 2012, totaling $845,646.
Applications must be submitted by Oct. 31, 2013 for the Zoetis Horse Call Grant which promotes excellence in veterinary economic research and education.
Very few resources exist for people who lose their beloved companion animals, like dogs, cats or horses, but now, Together In Grief, Easing Recovery a new program in the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine is designed to help people work
The selection and maintenance of racing surfaces has the potential to reduce catastrophic injury rates by providing a consistent surface which also helps making sound decisions for the welfare of horses.
Local communities nationwide encouraged to #AdoptFromHome to find placement for thousands of cats, dogs and horses.
Ariat International, leader in innovative Western & English footwear, apparel and accessories is the title sponsor of the Ariat Kentucky Reining Cup.
"The Mustang Heritage Foundation (MHF) is expanding its Storefront Training and Adoption Program in hopes of offering more gentled mustangs and burros to the public through a national trainer base.â
"Animal Care and Custody Assessment Associates is focused on ensuring that animals are being given the best care possible and specializes in reviewing boarding facilities and transporters for Horses, Dogs, and Cats.â
The RMTC board of directors has adopted recommendations for thresholds and withdrawal times for four therapeutic medications identified by the RCI for use in race horses, including procaine penicillin, lidocaine, detomidine and xylazine.