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AAEP Accepting Nominations For Welfare Award
Nominations are now being accepted for the Lavin Cup, the equine welfare award presented by the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP). The Lavin Cup recognizes a non-veterinary organization or individual that has
AAEP Issues Call For 2001 Convention Papers
Members of the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) and other individuals are invited to submit an abstract, “how to” paper or review paper for consideration for presentation during the 2001 AAEP Annual Convention
Mortenson Joins AAEP Staff
Mortensen has joined the staff of the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) as Director of Membership and Industry Relations. His responsibilities include managing the AAEP’s sponsorship program and serving as liaison to the horse
TRF Kentucky Farm Welcomes First Foal
The first Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation (TRF) foal was born on January 17 at the Blackburn Correctional Complex in Lexington, Ky.Logan’s Blush (1987), by Great Prospector, out of Full Blush, foaled a strong, healthy colt by
Shock Wave Therapy Symposium To Be Held
Veterinarians will have the opportunity to learn about the physics and technology of Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) in Shelbyville, Kentucky on Saturday, March 3, 2001.
Studies on
Eq West Equine Exposition Cancelled in San Diego
VNU, the company that purchased Equitana USA and its West Coast regional show, EqWest, announced after the 2000 EqWest show that the California equine exposition would not be renewed for 2001.
It was a difficult decision, but we couldn'”P>VNU, the company that purchased Equitana
AHSA Presents Proposal For A National Governing Body
A Proposal for a Single, Unified Structure for Equestrian Sport was made by the American Horse Shows Association members on the AHSA/USET (United States Equestrian Team) Strategic Planning Initiative Drafting Task Force to the AHSA Board Of
USA Equestrian: The National Governing Body For Equestrian Sport
During the last several months, representatives of the AHSA and the USET have been engaged in a Strategic Planning Initiative (SPI). This process was undertaken at the direction of the USOC, whose Membership and Credentials Committee found that
Blood-Horse Publications Accquires The Equine Image
The Blood-Horse, Inc. has announced the acquisition of The Equine Image magazine, a publication serving equine art enthusiasts since its founding in 1986. The magazine was acquired for an undisclosed sum from its prior owner, Heartland Communications Group of Fort Dodge, IA.
“People who love and follow horses just naturally seem to have an affinity for the artists and artwork that
The Risk of EIA In Foals
From Equine Disease Quarterly, a publication funded by Underwriters At Lloyd’s of London, Brokers, And Their Kentucky Agents
Although it seems counter to logic, acquiring equine infectious anemia (EIA) by being alongsid
Effects of Warm-Up On Performance
From Equine Disease Quarterly, a publication funded by Underwriters At Lloyd’s of London, Brokers, And Their Kentucky Agents
Warm-up exercise enhances blood flow to the active muscles and increases muscle temperature.
Blood-Horse Publications Accquires
The Blood-Horse, Inc. has announced the acquisition of The Equine Image magazine, a publication serving equine art enthusiasts since its founding in 1986. The magazine was acquired for an undisclosed sum from its prior owner, Heartland
Canada and Germany Locked in CEM Conflict
A 7-year-old warmblood stallion from Germany is at the center of a storm of controversy after testing positive for contagious equine metritis (CEM) upon importation to Canada. The horse, appropriately named What’s Going On, had tested negative for
Filly or Colt? Find Out Before It’s Born
Knowing the gender of a foal before it is born helps the horse owner or breeder better manage several different aspects of the horse business. This new management tool is very safe, accurate, and can be incorporated into most breeding programs
Locating the Ideal Barn
Ranch, farm, field, or barn? When your horse needs a home away from your home, you want to board him in a safe, pleasant place. You might be dissatisfied with your current arrangement, have moved into a new area, or just can’t
Horseman’s Day 2001 Owner Education
The AAEP will present Horseman’s Day 2001 in conjunction with its annual convention for veterinarians in San Diego, Calif., at the San Diego Convention Center on Nov. 25. The agenda is filled with educational sessions designed especially for horse
