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Horse Health
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What are You Doing this Winter to Prevent Lameness in Your Horse?
âBelow freezing temperatures can make hibernation look tempting but inactivity in horses can lead to many issues including lameness, so, although the weather outside may be frightful, your horseâs need for mobility has not changed.â
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Inflammation in Horses Can Be Too Much of a Good Thing
âScientists at North Carolina State University have been looking at neutrophil behavior in inflammation in horses for the last decade and have been able to block damaging inflammation by over-compensating neutrophils with a pharmaceutical compound.â
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Maple Syrup Compound a Potent Anti-Inflammatory Agent - A Boon for Horses and Humans?
âThis research paves the way for a whole new class of anti-inflammatory agents, inspired by quebecol, which could compensate for the low efficacy of certain treatments while reducing the risk of side effects for both horses and humans.â
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Newly Confirmed Cases of Horse Diseases Make Biosecurity a Top Priority for Horse Owners in 2016
âThe Equine Disease Communication Center of the US urges all horse owners to follow well-documented biosecurity protocols to prevent the spread of horse diseases.â
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6 Tips for Better Horse Nutrition
âFeeding Horses Is Costly, but Not Feeding Horses Properly is More Costly.â
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Ten Cold Weather Tips for Preventing Horse Colic
âBecause of cold weather, changes in diet and stabling often occur at the same time as changes in activity which can impact your horses risk of colic.â
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Not All Omegas are DHA and Not All DHA is Created Equal When It Comes to Supplements for Horses
âResearch has been supportive of using Omegas in conditions such as respiratory ailments, immune issues, reproductive difficulties, structural function, skin, coat and hair health, and even cognitive function in horses.â
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Healthy Christmas Treats - Happy Horses!
âTreats are loved by most horses. Don't overdo it, but enjoy sharing some down time and good treats with your equine.â
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Supplementing the Supplemented Feed for Your Horse
âBottom line⦠pay attention to labels, weigh your feed for your horse using a scale, not a scoop, and keep your calculator handy when making adjustments that supplement the supplement.â
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Your Mare’s Pregnancy: Nutrition for the Final 3 Months
âShe requires more calories, more protein, more omega 3s, and balanced vitamins and minerals, not only for the unborn foal but also to prepare for milk production.â