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Shoeing Techniques to Optimize Hind Hoof Unrollment

June 09, 2013

Researchers evaluated shoeing options to optimize hind hoof unrollment (or toe movement through the stride).... Read More

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Palace Malice Reigns With Belmont Surprise

June 08, 2013

Palace Malice dominated the stretch run to post a convincing upset win in the 2013 Belmont Stakes.... Read More

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Iowa Horse Owners Encouraged to Vaccinated Against WNV

June 08, 2013

Officials encouraged owners to ensure their horses are properly vaccinated against WNV. ... Read More

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Australian Horse Industry Could Face Increased Disease Risk

June 08, 2013

International horse movement and climate changes could contribute to disease risk, one vet says.... Read More

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Florida Rains Displace Foals

June 07, 2013

A group of foals was relocated to drier quarters after rain flooded their pen near West Palm Beach. ... Read More

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Racehorse Trainer Butler Faces Charges for Steroid Use

June 07, 2013

A British racehorse trainer has been charged with administering anabolic steroids to nine of his racehorses.... Read More

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Preventing Heat-Related Problems in Horses

June 07, 2013

Here are 10 tips--from keeping horses hydrated to limiting exercise--on preventing heat-related problems.... Read More

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Progress Cited on Racehorse Medication Penalty System

June 07, 2013

Plans to implement a points-driven penalty system for equine medication violations are moving forward. ... Read More

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Equine Muscle Matters Reviewed

June 07, 2013

Learn about equine muscle metabolism and how equine muscle mass is regulated.... Read More

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NAS Pans Current BLM Mustang Management

June 06, 2013

Study results suggest the BLM should rely more on contraception than roundups to manage wild horse herds. ... Read More

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Older Creature Comforts

June 06, 2013

I'm concerned about my senior horse's mental happiness. How can I keep him comfortable and happy?... Read More

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Florida Won't Appeal Pari-Mutuel Barrel Racing Ruling

June 06, 2013

Horse racing interests said June 6 Florida officials won't appeal a ruling on pari-mutuel barrel racing.... Read More

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Progress of Uniform Racehorse Medication Policy Noted

June 06, 2013

Survey results show the adoption of RCI's uniform medication policy for racing is advancing nationwide.... Read More

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Understanding and Managing Equine Obesity

June 06, 2013

One equine nutritionist describes factors contributing to equine obesity and provides management tips.... Read More

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Bramlage Serving as On Call Veterinarian for Belmont Stakes

June 05, 2013

Larry Bramlage, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVS, will serve as the AAEP On Call veterinarian the June 8 Belmont Stakes.... Read More

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Corolla Wild Horse Bill Gets House Nod

June 05, 2013

The legislation would help protect a herd of wild horses residing on North Carolina's Outer Banks.... Read More

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EIA Confirmed in Nebraska Horses

June 05, 2013

Officials have confirmed 12 cases of EIA in one horse herd located in the northwestern part of the state.... Read More

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UC Davis Seeks Recipient Mare Donations

June 05, 2013

UC Davis is seeking donations of young, healthy mares for its teaching herd to serve as embryo recipients.... Read More

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Osteochondrosis in Yearlings and Future Racing Performance

June 05, 2013

The number and severity of lesions present could impact a horse's future racing performance.... Read More

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Tick Paralysis Bad News for Horses

June 04, 2013

One recent study found tick paralysis had a 26% mortality rate in affected Australian horses.... Read More

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Another British Racehorse Trainer to Face Steroid Charges

June 04, 2013

Gerard Butler will be charged for using the drug Sungate, which contains the anabolic steroid stanozolol. ... Read More

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Equine Rabies Cases During 2011

June 04, 2013

Eleven states and Puerto Rico reported 44 rabid equids in 2011.... Read More

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Lingering Lameness

June 04, 2013

Is a two-year-old injury be a candidate for adipose-derived regenerative stem cell treatment?... Read More

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Rood & Riddle Buys Saratoga, N.Y., Veterinary Service

June 04, 2013

Rood & Riddle announced June 3 it has purchased Saratoga Equine Veterinary Service. ... Read More

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Study Evaluates Horses' Desire to Work

June 04, 2013

Ever suspect your horse is naturally lazy? Researchers found that horses prefer not to work at all.... Read More