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Understanding Mare and Foal Behavior (AAEP 2012)
A behaviorist describes mare and foal behavior and how to avoid perpetuating undesirable orphan foal behavior.
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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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Enhanced Security Measures for Belmont Stakes Horses
Security measures include the submission and publication of veterinary records for Belmont Stakes horses. Read More
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Eventing Gold Medalist King Artus Dies at Competition
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Florida Horse Found Slain for Meat
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Understanding Mare and Foal Behavior (AAEP 2012)
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Florida Horse Found Slain for Meat
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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?
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