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How to Prepare for a Trip With Your Horse

Getting ready to trailer your horse can include everything from inspecting the truck and trailer lights to loading practice, vaccinations, and health certificates. Haul your horse safely with these tips from Dr. Christy Corp-Minamiji of Davis, Calif.

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Sheath Cleaning for Male Horses: How-To

Cleaning the sheath of a male horse is a somewhat unpleasant, but often necessary task. Learn why, how, and when to clean a stallion or gelding’s sheath with Dr. Christy Corp-Minamiji of Davis, Calif.

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Equine Melanoma: We Need to Help the Old Gray Mare

What exactly is equine malignant melanoma, and how can we control it? How does melanoma in horses, especially gray horses, contribute to our knowledge of melanoma progression and treatment in humans? Dr. John Robertson of Virginia Tech explains.

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