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Housing Your Horse

EquiMed Staff

Housing Your Horse

by EquiMed Staff

April 15, 2017 18:56

The housing that a horse owner provides for a horse is often determined by circumstances. Learn about housing choices for your horse, the pros and cons of each …

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Horse Vaccination Guidelines

EquiMed Staff

Horse Vaccination Guidelines

by EquiMed Staff

April 21, 2017 10:34

An effective equine vaccination program always begins with a discussion with your veterinarian and why the risk factors in your particular area of the country …

Why Daily Turnout is Important: Nan's Story

by Miriam Rieck

April 21, 2017 14:27

Learn how daily turnout helps horses and foals develop positive herd dynamics plus sound bodies, and how it prevents destructive behaviors …

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Your Horse's Endocrine System

Joan Norton VMD DACVIM

Your Horse's Endocrine System

by Joan Norton VMD DACVIM

April 22, 2017 13:51

The horse endocrine system consists of a collection of small organs such as the pituitary and adrenal glands that produce hormones that regulate metabolism, …

General Care Tip

Anaphylactic shock may occur following administration of penicillin, vaccines, or other medications. As a precaution, do not administer a drug or vaccine that has caused a local or systemic reaction in the past.

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How to administer an oral wormer

Haley Sellers

How to administer an oral wormer

by Haley Sellers

April 20, 2017 14:03

A basic horse healthcare task - deworming. This slideshow shows the basic technique of administering an oral dewormer. Discuss parasite control with your …

gen·er·al care
/ˈjen(ə)rəl ker/
noun
  1. the widespread provision of what is necessary for the health, welfare, maintenance, and protection of someone or something.
  2. a good name for a military horse.

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