Recent News for Horse Care
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Reported Equine Deaths Exceed 150 in Oklahoma
May 24, 2013
More than 150 horses reportedly perished in the tornadoes that hit Moore and the Oklahoma City area May 20.... Read More
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TOC Commits to Uniform Racehorse Medication Program
May 24, 2013
TOC has committed to implement the Mid-Atlantic Uniform Medication Program beginning in January 2014.... Read More
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Stabilizing Equine Limb Fractures in the Field (AAEP 2012)
May 24, 2013
Properly stabilizing of equine limb fractures helps improve the chances of successful surgical repair.... Read More
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Georgia Horses Removed from Flood Zone
May 23, 2013
The horses were brought to higher ground last weekend after water from heavy rains threatened their stable. ... Read More
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Study: Pasturing Stallions Together is Possible
May 23, 2013
Long-term study results show that under certain conditions, stallions can successfully be pastured together.... Read More
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AAEP Foundation Aids Horses Affected by Severe Weather
May 23, 2013
The AAEP offers help through its Equine Disaster Relief Fund.... Read More
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Enhanced Security Measures for Belmont Stakes Horses
May 22, 2013
Security measures include the submission and publication of veterinary records for Belmont Stakes horses. ... Read More
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Understanding Mare and Foal Behavior (AAEP 2012)
May 22, 2013
A behaviorist describes mare and foal behavior and how to avoid perpetuating undesirable orphan foal behavior.... Read More
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Oklahoma Horse Owners Face Tornado Devastation
May 21, 2013
Horse owners in Oklahoma are assessing their losses while bracing for yet another round of strong storms. ... Read More
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New Federal Racehorse Drug Legislation Introduced
May 20, 2013
The new legislation would regulate/prohibit substances, methods, and treatments that can be used in racing. ... Read More
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Veterinarian Reviews the Barefoot Concept
May 20, 2013
One veterinarian outlines several common questions about the barefoot concept and shares her thoughts on each.... Read More
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TOBA to Offer Breeding Clinic in Lexington, May 31-June 2
May 19, 2013
Lecture topics will include planning a mating, nutrition, foaling, farm and pasture management, and more.... Read More
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Tips for Guarding Against Heat Stress in Horses
May 18, 2013
Identify and address the early stages of heat stress in horses before heat stroke develops.... Read More
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Hind-Limb Collateral Ligament Injuries Examined
May 18, 2013
Study results indicate affected horses have a guarded prognosis to return to athletic soundness.... Read More
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Still No Uniform Racehorse Medication Rules in Triple Crown
May 17, 2013
While horse racing has made strides toward drug reform and uniform medication rules, inconsistencies remain.... Read More
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Wash. Owners Urged to Vaccinate Horses against WNV
May 16, 2013
Washington animal health officials are advising owners to make sure their horses are vaccinated against WNV.... Read More
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Study: Not All Biosecurity Protocols Effective
May 16, 2013
Researchers say not all biosecurity protocols owners use will protect horses from infectious diseases.... Read More
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Lecture on Equine General Anesthesia Scheduled
May 15, 2013
The lecture will address a variety of details regarding equine general anesthesia.... Read More
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Digestive Capacity in Weanling and Mature Horses Studied
May 15, 2013
Researchers compared the digestibility of a high-forage diet when fed to weanling versus mature horses.... Read More
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Spring Cleaning? Don't forget Sheath Cleaning
May 14, 2013
One veterinarian offers some tips on an often overlooked but extremely important task: sheath cleaning.... Read More
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N.C. Horse Owners Urged to Vaccinate against WNV, EEE
May 13, 2013
In 2012, there were 20 cases of EEE and three cases of WNV in North Carolina horses reported.... Read More
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2013 Kentucky Trail Summit Scheduled
May 11, 2013
The Kentucky Trail Summit is designed as an educational and networking event for horseback trail users.... Read More
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Calif. Wildfire Season Begins; Horse Owners Urged to Prepare
May 10, 2013
Horse owners residing in wildfire-prone areas in California are preparing for another fire season. ... Read More
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Avoiding Anthelmintic-Resistant Parasites in Working Equids
May 10, 2013
Researchers believe massive deworming could open the door for anthelmintic-resistant parasite development.... Read More
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Safe Horse Handling for Vet Visits
May 09, 2013
What's the best way to handle a horse so he remains calm and well-behaved during vet and farrier visits?... Read More
