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Oklahoma Horse Owners Face Tornado Devastation
Horse owners in Oklahoma are assessing their losses while bracing for yet another round of strong storms.
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Tying Up Explained
Dr. Erica McKenzie describes the common causes of exertional rhabdomyolysis in horses.
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Consider Trotting Speed when Diagnosing Subtle Lameness
Slowing down the trot during exams for mildly lame horses could yield more accurate results, researchers say.
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Oklahoma Horse Owners Face Tornado Devastation
Horse owners in Oklahoma are assessing their losses while bracing for yet another round of strong storms. Read More
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- Consider Trotting Speed when Diagnosing Subtle Lameness
- Seized Utah Horses to be Sold at Auction
- New Federal Racehorse Drug Legislation Introduced
- Erskine Named Interim Director of Marion duPont Scott EMC
- Veterinarian Reviews the Barefoot Concept
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Spring Cleaning? Don't forget Sheath Cleaning
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- Old School Tying Up Treatment
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Horse Care
Oklahoma Horse Owners Face Tornado Devastation
Horse owners in Oklahoma are assessing their losses while bracing for yet another round of strong storms. Read More
Diseases and Conditions
Authorities Monitoring EHV-1 Cases in Canada
Two Standardbred horses have tested positive for equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1). Read More
Nutrition
Fescue Grass Toxicity in Broodmares
During the breeding and foaling season, lush fescue pastures could create problems for pregnant mares. Read More
Lameness
Consider Trotting Speed when Diagnosing Subtle Lameness
Slowing down the trot during exams for mildly lame horses could yield more accurate results, researchers say. Read More
Hoof Care
Veterinarian Reviews the Barefoot Concept
One veterinarian outlines several common questions about the barefoot concept and shares her thoughts on each. Read More
Farm and Barn
TOBA to Offer Breeding Clinic in Lexington, May 31-June 2
Lecture topics will include planning a mating, nutrition, foaling, farm and pasture management, and more. Read More
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Authorities Monitoring EHV-1 Cases in Canada
Two Standardbred horses have tested positive for equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1). Read More
Vet and Professional
Erskine Named Interim Director of Marion duPont Scott EMC
Michael Erskine, DVM, Dipl. ABVP, will assume his role as interim director today (May 20). Read More
Sports Medicine
New Federal Racehorse Drug Legislation Introduced
The new legislation would regulate/prohibit substances, methods, and treatments that can be used in racing. Read More
Welfare and Industry
Seized Utah Horses to be Sold at Auction
More than 30 allegedly maltreated horses will be sold at auction to recover costs connected to their care. Read More
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In the May 2013 Issue
Cover Story
Know Your Horse in Health
Examine your horse's vital signs, body, and behavior on a regular basis to become a more active participant in his care.
Also in this issue:
- How to Choose a Veterinarian
- Equine Dentistry: Beyond the Basics
- Western Veterinary Conference Wrap-Up
- Planning Hay Purchases
- Common Nutrient Deficiencies
Farm Call: Your Questions Answered
Helping the Gassy Horse
Q. Are there any products available to give on a daily basis to horses that develop gas easily, or do you have any other suggestions on how to address the problem?
Old School Tying Up Treatment
Q. Your article on tying-up left out the old remedy I have used successfully every time: vitamin E/selenium injections prior to whatever led to tying-up episodes in the past. I never had this fail and wonder why it has been abandoned?
Recipient Mare Traits Passing On to Foals
Q. A friend of mine suggested that receiving mares would influence the foals--especially regarding future performance records--in a negative way. Is there any proof or research available about the receiving mare's effect on the foal?
POLL: Dental Check-Up
How often do you have your horse's teeth examined by your veterinarian?
