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Piroplasmosis: Kentucky Requires Testing of Texas Horses

Due to the ongoing investigation into equine piroplasmosis in the state of Texas, the Kentucky Department of Agriculture's State Veterinarian's Office has opted to require testing of all horses from Texas entering the state of Kentucky.

A statement released by the Kentucky State Veterinarian's Office Oct. 29 indicated that more than 100 horses in Texas have now teste

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Management of Horses with Diarrhea Reviewed for World Equine Vets

Bacteria such as Salmonella or Clostridium can wreak havoc on a horse's gastrointestinal tract, causing massive losses of water, electrolytes, and proteins. The result? Diarrhea. A smelly, watery, life-threatening mess.

"In more than 60% of diarrhea cases, we never actually discover the inciting cause and testing for all the possibilities can be

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Owner of Mutilated Pony Faces Charges

A Florida man faces animal cruelty charges after allegedly tying a rope around a pony's leg so tightly that the animal lost its hoof.

Sheri Evans, cruelty investigator for the Humane Society/SPCA of Sumter County Inc., discovered the pony Aug. 3 after an anonymous caller reported the animal tied to a post and struggling to walk on a mutilated leg. According to Evans, the rop

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Horse Businesses the Focus of Indiana Seminar

The Horse Business Seminar, designed for those who provide services to horse owners, will be Nov. 7 at the Purdue Calumet Conference Center in Hammond, Ind.

"These are challenging times for everyone," said Mark Russell, MS, PhD, Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service equine management specialist. "Many stables and horse businesses are finding that their

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First WEG Equine Village Participants Announced

The Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games and the Kentucky Horse Park have revealed the first groups participating in the Equine Village, an exhibit area showcasing the equine industry through education, demonstrations, and entertainment.

The Equine Village will be a spectator attraction during the 2010 Games, which will be held at the Kentucky Horse Park from Sept. 25-Oct. 10,

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UK Breaks Ground on Equine Reproduction Facility

A groundbreaking ceremony for University of Kentucky Equine Reproduction Facilities was held Oct. 26 at UK’s Maine Chance Equine Campus. The ceremony recognized supporters who generously donated money to fund the remodeling of facilities for equine reproduction research by experts at the Maxwell H. Gluck Equine Research Center.

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Earning their Stripes

Behind a blockade through which only humanitarian and basic supplies are allowed, Gaza’s Happy Land Zoo gets creative when it comes to introducing new animals

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Prepurchase Steps

During the horse shopping process, if you think you’ve found “the one,” don’t just stop there. Several steps are still necessary to ensure you’re making

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Third Eyelid Tumors Require Prompt Vet Attention

Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is one of the most common cancers in horses. Commonly appearing as small, wartlike bumps on the eyelid or surface of the eye, they require early treatment. While a conscientious owner might quickly notice a new lump on the shoulder of his or her equine friend, even the most watchful horseperson will miss a concealed third eyelid tumor.

The

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Prepare Your Horse for Winter: Two Free Webinars from Purina

Winter can bring challenges for horses and horse owners. Harsh weather conditions can affect the horse's nutrition, health, and conditioning. Purina is offering two free Webinars to help educate horse owners on preparing horses for winter conditions.

Each webinar will consist of a 30-40 minute presentation followed by a 20-30 minute question and answer

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Barbaro’s Brother Lentenor Entered in First Race

Lael Stable’s Lentenor, the full brother to 2006 Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro, is scheduled to make his career debut on Keeneland’s Oct. 31 closing-day card.

The son of Dynformer produced from the Carson City mare La Ville Rouge is one of a dozen 2-year-olds entered in the fifth race, a $50,000 maiden special event going seven furlongs over the

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