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The Effects of Bacteria on Synovial Structures in Horses
Researchers looked at the influence of synovial fluid culture on prognosis of septic synovitis in horses to see if horses with a positive bacterial culture from septic synovial fluid would be less likely to survive or return to successful athletic functi
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The Low Down on Laminitis in Equines
Equines come down down with laminitis for many reasons: too much spring grass, weight bearing, equine metabolic syndrome, equine Cushing's disease, and endotoxemia.
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Thermography of Horses' Legs - Drafts Do Make a Difference!
Since its introduction years ago, thermography has been increasingly used by vets to pinpoint the cause of lameness in horses, but a recent study shows that airflow conditions can lead to a misdiagnosis.
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Time to Vaccinate Against Mosquito-borne Horse Diseases!
While vaccination is the best way to protect horses from diseases such as WNV and EEE, staying informed about the threat of diseases can also be helpful with Merial's Outbreak Alert program, a tool horse owners can use to evaluate risk, especially when t
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Tips for Transitioning Horses to Spring Pastures
Newsdate: Mon, 18 Mar 2013 - 7:22 am Location: ST. PAUL, Minnesota While it is tempting to turn horses out into spring pastures at the first sight of green grass, especially after a long winter, a carefully considered transition will support horse he
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Trail Riding as Therapy for Human and Horse
Newsdate: Fri, 15 Mar 2013 - 11:30 am Location: CHADRON, Nebraska Trail riding is great therapy for the mind and body of human and horse, and careful preparation can prevent a potentially wonderful experience from turning unpleasant.
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UC Davis Equine Dentistry Expands Service
Newsdate: Fri, 15 Mar 2013 - 12:50 pm Location: DAVIS, California The Equine Medicine and Dentistry Service at UC Davis VMTH has recently expanded its services, and is now able to offer more advanced dental techniques to horse owners and veterinarian
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Unwanted Horse Coalition Continues Operation Gelding
The gelding program is able to continue the castration of stallions thanks to the support and seed money provided by the American Association of Equine Practitioners Foundation, Pfizer, and the UHC.
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Using Dormosedan Gel to Relieve Anxiety in Nervous Horses
When used properly, Dormosedan Gel can replace physical restraint and improve safety during treatments, diagnostics and transport and the gel is ideal for horses that are nervous or needle-shy and when owners need more control.
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Viruses, Worms, Mud - Springtime Priorities for Horse Owners
With the coming of the spring come the viruses, the worms and the mud, making it important for horse owners to make sure vaccinations, dewormers, and spring cleaning priorities are in scheduled.