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Horse Health
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Heat Wave Creating Devastating Conditions for Horses
Extended high temperatures throughout the country are creating problems for the wild horse population as well as for show and race horses and horse owners.
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Potomac Horse Fever Strikes Mid-Atlantic States
Potomac horse fever spreads to horses when they ingest infected snails or insects while grazing or drinking, and rainy weather in the mid-Atlantic region this year may have led to more infected snails.
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Three-legged Miniature Donkey Inspires Vets and Students
A three-legged miniature donkey named Emma has been making headlines because of her attitude and playfulness in spite of having had several surgeries and having a prosthetic leg.
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Horses with Flu-like Virus Force Cancellation of Races
A flu-like virus is forcing Vancouver's Hastings Racecourse to cancel this Saturday's horse races although veterinarians have been working overtime to prevent further infections.
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12 Cases of Equine Rabies Confirmed in 2013
Besides the cases in horses, in the past several years, there have been thousands of incidents of animals with confirmed rabies, 92 percent of which were in wildlife.
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Mosquitoes with EEE Virus Found in Connecticut
The positive finding, of a Culiseta species that feeds exclusively on birds, is the first confirmation of EEE in Connecticut this year and the earliest since testing began.
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SmartPak: A Day in the Life of Your Horse's Hoof
According to SmartPak: From the dewy morning grass to the dusty sand ring, environmental shifts take a toll on horse hoof health when moisture shifts cause the hooves to rapidly expand and contract, leading to cracks, fissures, and other problems.
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Horse Owners - Beware of Summer Snakebites
Because of the inquisitive nature of horses, bites usually occur on the muzzle and head of the horse, but bites can also occur on the limbs or other parts of the body.
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Horses as Athletes and Their Need for Electrolytes
The balance of electrolytes affects and regulates the hydration of the horse's body, blood pH, and is critical for healthy nerve and muscle function.
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West Nile Virus Research May Lead to Fewer Cases in Horses
Milder winters and unusually warm spring temperatures contribute to epidemic years for West Nile, a major concern as global temperatures continue to warm.