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Horse Health
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Kentucky Equine Research Now Partner with USPC
Kentucky Equine Research (KER) an international equine nutrition and exercise physiology research, consultation, and product development company  is pleased to announce an official educational partnership with the United States Pony Clubs Inc. (USPC).
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EEE Strikes Horses in Florida
The Lake County Health Department received notification on Friday that two horses in the Groveland area have died from complications of the Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) virus.
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English Ponies Receiving Contraceptive Injections
Ponies in Dartmoor, England, are being given contraceptive injections in a bid to control the number of unwanted foals. The Dartmoor Hill Pony Association began the project because foals are not in demand in the current economic climate and the project c
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Lay Equine Dentists Regulated in Texas
After several years of debate about who can perform dental work on Texas horses a resolution has been achieved.The Texas Legislature has moved to professionalize the practice of nonveterinary equine dentistry by passing House Bill 414.
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Legend of the Year Award Goes to Outstanding Vet
Bayer HealthCare LLC, Animal Health Division, announced today, the winner of the second annual Bayer Animal Health Legend of the Year Award, Dr. Tanja Molby. The Bayer Animal Health Legend of the Year Award recognizes veterinary professionals who provide
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Maintain Horse Health in Winter
My Horse University Extension at Michigan State University advises horse owners to follow these tips to maintain horse health in winter weather:
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Maintain Horse Skin Health In Spite of Cold Weather
During winter months, especially in cold climates, horse owners don't always give full attention to the skin health of their horses. Many horses develop heavier hair coats, and daily grooming sometimes goes by the wayside because of busy schedules an
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Make Sure Horses Have Fresh Water Supply
Having a supply of fresh drinking water for your horses is important year round, but during hot summer weather it is critical to their health and well-being. Different horse farms and locations may have different sources of water including streams, po
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Minimally Invasive Surgical Suite Opens
The University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine recently opened a $750,000 minimally invasive surgical suite at the Matthew J. Ryan Veterinary Hospital, the school reported.
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Moroccan Animal Hospital Specializes in Equines
The American Fondouk, an animal hospital specializing in horses, mules and donkeys, has operated in Fez since 1927. A new director, Dr Gigi Kay, took over in August, 2011, Â and renovations have begun.