Recent News for Equine Care Professions

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Study: Barefoot Trimming Can Impact Hoof Conformation

January 03, 2013

A specific trimming technique increased the hoof's weight-bearing area and increased the heel angle.... Read More

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Holcombe Receives Excellence in Teaching Award

January 02, 2013

Her clinical interests include equine critical care, upper-respiratory tract physiology, sepsis, and more.... Read More

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The Horse: Top 10 Blog Posts of 2012

December 31, 2012

We've taken a few minutes to tally our most popular blog posts of 2012. Did your favorites make the list?... Read More

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University of Tennessee Continues Equine Hospital Expansion

December 30, 2012

It is hoped that the $20.9 million project will be completed in February 2013.... Read More

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Law, Morals, and Ethics in Equine Practice (AAEP 2012)

December 25, 2012

One vet says the best way to ensure equine welfare is "through a synergism of law, morals, and ethics."... Read More

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OSHA and the Equine Practitioner (AAEP 2012)

December 24, 2012

Safety in the workplace is as important in veterinary medicine as anywhere else.... Read More

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WEVA Holds Intermediate Meeting in Santiago, Chile

December 24, 2012

Attendees discussed a variety of issues including surgical topics and endocrine disorders, such as PPID.... Read More

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Mich. State Associate Professor Named Charter Diplomate of ACAW

December 23, 2012

Carla Carleton, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACT, was named one of 27 Charter Diplomates of the newly-formed organization.... Read More

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2012 Rutgers ESC Research Update a Success

December 23, 2012

The ESC faculty and staff provided an update of their current and on-going research projects.... Read More

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LSU Confers Advanced Degrees, Some Equine Related

December 22, 2012

The graduate degrees were conferred during a diploma distribution ceremony on Dec. 14.... Read More

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Western CVM to Host 4-H, Pony Clubbers for Educational Day

December 20, 2012

Horse health-related sessions will be targeted at different age groups and experience levels.... Read More

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Illinois, Wisconsin Extensions to host Horse Health Workshop, Feb. 9

December 19, 2012

Horse owners are invited to a full day equine educational program focused on keeping your horse healthy. ... Read More

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UK College of Agriculture inducts inaugural Hall of Distinguished Alumni

December 18, 2012

Five distinguished graduates were inducted into the inaugural class of the Hall of Distinguished Alumni. ... Read More

Make an annual wellness exam the number one item on your horse-health to-do list, recommends Tanner. The exam will include evaluating your horse’s heart, lungs, gastrointestinal system, soundness, and dental health. This is also a great time for you and your vet to plan a deworming strategy for the year.

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Speaker Coaches Veterinarians on Effective Communication (AAEP 2012)

December 17, 2012

Dieken said If veterinarians can effectively influence their communications they'll have clients for life.... Read More

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British National Equine Forum to Feature Health Talks

December 16, 2012

The forum brings together the U.K.'s equestrian industry to discuss news and research on multiple topics.... Read More

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AAEP Convention Brings 5,700 to Anaheim

December 14, 2012

The convention drew 5,730 veterinarians, students, guests, and exhibitors to California.... Read More

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Look, Ma--No Shoes!

December 13, 2012

Study examines changes in toe angle and proximal hoof circumference without shoes.... Read More

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Nominations for 12th Equine Industry Vision Award Sought

December 12, 2012

The award is the first of its kind to showcase innovation, ingenuity, and service in the equine market.... Read More

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Toscano Named 2013 Rutgers Spirit of the Horse Award Recipient

December 09, 2012

In August Toscano became the first female trainer to win the Hambletonian Standardbred horse race.... Read More

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BHS Appoints New Chief Executive Officer

December 08, 2012

New Chief Executive Lynn Petersen has been chairman of the BHS since April of this year.... Read More

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AAEP Honors Retired Professor Who Inspired Future Veterinarians

December 05, 2012

Retired LSU professor Jill Johnson, DVM, received the 2012 AAEP Distinguished Educator Award.... Read More

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AAEP Lavin Cup Awarded to Christian Veterinary Mission

December 05, 2012

The CVM-coordinated Fast Horse Program provides Mongolian veterinarians with continuing education.... Read More

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AAEP Salutes Messer for Lifetime of Service

December 05, 2012

Messer received the award for his commitment during 38 years of volunteering for the AAEP.... Read More

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AAEP's 2013 President, Vice President Sworn In

December 04, 2012

Ann Dwyer, DVM, Dipl. ACVO (hon), will take the organization's reins for 2013.... Read More

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New AAEP Board of Director Members for 2013 Sworn In

December 04, 2012

Four new individuals will join the board in 2013.... Read More