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Hoof Anatomy Video Released by Racehorse Safety Group
A free educational video that examines the physiology of the equine hoof and demonstrates proper care and shoeing techniques is now available. “The Hoof: Inside and Out” is offered online and as DVD by the Shoeing and Hoof Care Committee of the
Core Vaccines Protect Horse Health, Vet Reminds
This summer’s warmer weather has horse owners out riding, tending to foals, and heading to shows and other activities. In the midst of it all, a Kansas State University veterinarian is reminding owners to make sure their horses are vaccinated.
New Horse? Prepare Farm, Feed, and Care
Perhaps you’re shopping for your children or grandchildren, or maybe you would like to start your own equine project. Whatever your reasons for buying a horse, it is important to consider all of the options to ensure the horse will meet your
Laminitis Risk Increased by Pasture Grass Sugars
Pasture-induced laminitis (sometimes referred to as founder) can be triggered when susceptible horses ingest high amounts of sugar or fructans that are naturally found in some pasture grasses.
Susceptible horses include, but are not limited
Vetrolin Grooming Guide
The new Vetrolin Grooming Guide provides information on techniques for keeping horses clean and healthy. Topics discussed include proper bathing and tail cleaning, cleaning tough stains, managing unruly hair, and protecting the horse?s hair coat
Vetericyn One-Step Wound and Infection Treatment
Vetericyn Inc., an animal health care company based in California, recently announced the launch of its one-step wound and infection treatment for horses. This new, one-step cleanser and dressing can eliminate the need for multiple products and
Study: Exercise-Induced Pulmonary Hemorrhage Prevented by Furosemide
Furosemide does more than enhance performance in Thoroughbred racehorses; it also has beneficial effects on the health and welfare of those horses, the American Veterinary Medical Association announced in a statement regarding a study to be
The Horse Awarded Equine Publishing Honors
In categories including horse news, equine-related newsletter, and horse video, The Horse: Your Guide To Equine Health Care and TheHorse.com were honored at the awards program for the annual seminar of American Horse Publications.
Awards winners included work by both staff members and freelance contributors.
The Horse: Your Guide To Equine Health Care, the print
Awarded Equine Publishing Honors
In categories including horse news, equine-related newsletter, and horse video, The Horse: Your Guide To Equine Health Care and TheHorse.com were honored at the awards program for the annual seminar of American Horse Publications.
Rachel Alexandra Sets Stakes Record in Mother Goose
Rachel Alexandra faced only two opponents in the $300,000 Mother Goose June 27 at Belmont Park but the sensational filly put on a dazzling display anyway, setting a stakes record while romping by nearly 20 lengths under Calvin Borel.
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Equine Publications Honor Riding Instructors’ Founder
Pfizer Animal Health and American Horse Publications (AHP) presented Charlotte Brailey Kneeland with the eighth annual Equine Industry Vision Award at a ceremonial breakfast held during the AHP 2009 Free Rein in the Big Easy seminar in New
West Nile Virus is Still a Threat, TheHorse.com Readers Say
More than 890 readers of TheHorse.com responded to a poll asking, “Do you believe West Nile is still a threat to your horse(s)?”
