Haylie Pfeffer

Haylie Pfeffer, Digital Editor, holds a degree in equine studies with a concentration in communications and a minor in social media marketing. She is a Pennsylvania native and, as a horse owner herself, has a passion for helping owners provide the best care for their horses. When she is not writing or in the barn, she is spending time with her dog, Clementine.

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California Horse Racing Board Proposes Ban on Milkshakes

Use of alkalizing agents–so-called milkshakes–on horses would be illegal under a new regulation proposed Sept. 15 to the California Horse Racing Board.

Ron Jensen, DVM, MS, the CHRB’s director of equine medicine, told the board”P>Use of alkalizing agents–so-called milkshakes–on horses would be illegal under a new regulation proposed Sept. 15 to the California Horse Racing Board.

Ron Jensen, DVM, MS, the CHRB’s dire”>Use of alkalizing agents–so-called milkshakes–on horses would be illegal under a new regulation proposed Sept. 15 to the California Horse Racing Board.

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Horses Killed in Trailer Accident

A livestock trailer traveling from Minnesota to Kentucky and carrying 52 horses overturned, tumbled down an embankment, and crashed into a utility pole, breaking it in half. A small fire ignited from downed wires, according to the police report. The accident occurred just north of Lawrenceburg, Ind., on Route 1 at about 1 p.m. on Sept. 15. At least 21 horses are dead

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Pulling a Shoe

Even if you have a farrier do your shoeing you should still learn how to pull a shoe properly. There are situations where you should not wait for a farrier.

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Hurricane and Emergency Preparedness for Horse Owners

Editor’s Note: This information was provided to The Horse by the Louisiana Horseman’s Guide–this is information that has been compiled for Louisiana horse owners. Find more information on hurricane and disaster preparation at

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Horse Owners Brace for Ivan; How You Can Help

After being pummeled by Hurricanes Charley and Frances, areas in the southeastern United States are bracing themselves for the arrival of Hurricane Ivan, which is scheduled to make landfall shortly.

The Louisiana Veterinary Medical

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Control of Infectious Diseases in Vet Hospitals

Infectious disease outbreaks that occur in veterinary hospitals (nosocomial outbreaks) can present an overwhelming challenge to veterinary personnel, and they are often events that incite a greater awareness and concern for routine infection

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2004 Convention to Mark AAEP 50th Anniversary

Veterinarians from around the globe will convene Dec. 4-8 in Denver, Colo., to celebrate the American Association of Equine Practitioners’ (AAEP) 50th anniversary at the AAEP 50th Annual Convention.

As the world’s largest continuing

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Tufts Veterinary School Receives $50 Million

Tufts University officials today announced that Cummings Foundation, Inc., has committed to investing $50 million in the University’s veterinary school over the next 15 years.

The gift is the largest in the history of Tufts University

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Temperament: Buying the Right Horse for the Trail

In a discussion of proper temperament in a trail horse, words like solid and steady come to mind. You want a horse that will carry you over a trail with little to no fuss or fidgeting–a horse that is solid and steady in the bridle.

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Researchers Help Students Learn about MRLS

Researchers have teamed up with Kentucky’s Thoroughbred industry to educate and involve students in a hands-on experiment project tied to mare reproductive loss syndrome (MRLS).

About 200 high school and middle school biology students me

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Hurricane More Financial Than Structural

Calder Race Course sustained minimal structural damage from Hurricane Frances, but track general manager Ken Dunn said revenue loss was substantial. Calder was forced to close for live racing and simulcasting Sept. 3-5 as Frances swept through

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