Can Boots or Wraps Prevent Scratches in Horses?
E. Ashley Embly, DVM
April 20, 2016
Dr. Ashley Embly of Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital offers her thoughts on if leg protection can prevent scratches.
Dr. Ashley Embly of Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital offers her thoughts on if leg protection can prevent scratches.
Dozens of equids have been moved to higher ground while five endurance horses remain missing.
One of the affected horses has been euthanized while the other two have been isolated on the premises.
Attendees from around the world gathered to discuss the latest topics and trends of equine infectious diseases.
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The competition allowed students three minutes to discuss their research using only one presentation slide.
The horse was hospitalized and later euthanized.
Finalists include Tootie Bland, Gary Carpenter, the EQUUS Foundation, and the
Retired Racehorse Project.
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