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Equine Malignant Melanoma Horse Course Archived
The latest Horse Course on equine malignant melanoma is now available for viewing on TheHorse.com.
Young Horse Part 2: Six Months to 1.5 Years
How you manage, feed, and care for a young horse can affect his future performance and quality of life. Weaning, diet, housing, growth patterns, and proper preventive care can help your youngster develop into a healthy adult horse.
Young Horse Part 3: 18-24 Months
The second year of a horse’s life brings significant changes not only in his development, but also in his use. Lanky yearlings, though perhaps still hip-or- wither- high, broaden and become more proportional.
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.
What good is a reward if you ain’t around to use it?
What good is a reward if you ain’t around to use it? Besides, attacking that battle station ain’t my idea of courage. It’s more likeÉsuicide.
TLAER to Host Training at MSU
TLAER is hosting a large animal emergency rescue awareness course at Mississippi State University, Oct. 22-23.
Gluck Faculty to Speak at Thoroughbred Genetics Conference
Gluck faculty members will speak at the 2011 Thoroughbred Pedigree, Genetics, and Performance Conference.
Nanoparticles to Diagnose, Treat Equine Medical Conditions?
Researchers evaluate the possibility of using nanoparticles to diagnose and treat some ailments.
Drought Continues to Plague South Central United States
Horse owners, livestock producers, and farmers are all looking for help in getting through the dry spell.
Myostatin Gene in Thoroughbreds: Further Research Completed
Researchers are working to understand the link between the myostatin gene and Thoroughbreds’ racing potential.
New York Judge Rejects Certain Drug Testing Rules
The New York State Racing and Wagering Board regulations on out-of-competition testing require nullification.
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.
Speaker to Discuss ‘World-Class Service’ at AAEP Convention
Speaker Dennis Snow will guide practitioners in achieving service excellence during his Nov. 19 presentation.
New Mexico Horse Tests Positive for Rabies
An unvaccinated Eddy County, New Mexico horse has tested positive for rabies.
Wild Horse Sanctuary to Host Open House
The Wild Horse Sanctuary’s annual open house will take place Aug. 20 from 1:00 to 6:00 p.m.
The Effect of Training Partners on Social Separation
Researchers examined if using a herdmate as a training partner for a young horse beneficial in the long run.
