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Water and Dehydration Study Clarification

A 2008 Equine Veterinary Journal (EVJ) publication examining dehydration in working horses was summarized and printed on TheHorse.com on April 24, 2008, prior to its actual publication in EVJ. It was reviewed and approved by the researcher.

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Kentucky Equine Humane Center Celebrates First Year

More than 168 horses in Kentucky have been provided with shelter and other humane assistance during the Kentucky Equine Humane Center’s first year of operation.

The Kentucky Equine Humane Center (KyEHC) was established to provide owners with a

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Dispute Remains Over Cancelled WEG Horse Park Hotel

The developers of a $90 million proposed hotel at the Kentucky Horse Park are disputing the reasons given by the state for canceling their contract after a deadline passed.

Developer Brad Burgess said Monday his group submitted numerous

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Florida Vet Students Awarded Racetrack Scholarships

Three students from the University of Florida (UF) College of Veterinary Medicine have received scholarships from Gulfstream Park to further their studies in equine medicine, surgery, and research.

Established after the death of 2006 Kentucky

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Trial Date Set for Colorado Rescue Abuse Case

A Colorado woman accused of starving more than 20 horses at a rescue facility pleaded not guilty to animal cruelty charges during an appearance in Larimer County District Court yesterday.

According to Linda Jensen, public information office

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Wooden Shoes for Chronic Laminitis

The chronically laminitic horse is often a very tough case to manage because displacement of the coffin bone within the foot leads to a lot of pain and damage, in addition to the damage that allowed the displacement in the first place.

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Annual Dental Exams Important for Horse Health

Going to the dentist annually is not only necessary for humans; it is an important part of equine health. Annual dental exams are extremely important for horses young and old to help ensure the animals comfort and performance.

Cleet Griffin,

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Full Field of 20 Expected for Kentucky Derby

In spite of the shocking news of the Triple Crown trail-ending injury to 2007 juvenile champion male War Pass and the apparent decision to forego the Kentucky Derby for a run in the Preakness Stakes (gr. I) by the connections of Coolmore Lexington

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Alliance Formed at Sound Horse Conference

At the recent Sound Horse Conference, leading animal welfare organizations joined with Tennessee Walking Horse industry groups to announce the formation of the new Alliance to End Soring. The conference took place April 11 and 12 in

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Prepare for a Reduced Hay Crop in 2008

The USDA has released several crop reports that indicate the number of hay acres will be down in 2008.

The department also reported that the existing hay supply is lower than previous years. This information, combined with higher input cost

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