African Horse Sickness Found in Western Cape
Erica Larson
March 19, 2014
Two horses in South Africa’s Western Cape have tested positive for African horse sickness, reported officials in that area.
Two horses in South Africa’s Western Cape have tested positive for African horse sickness, reported officials in that area.
A state appeals court in Tallahassee, Fla., has given Gretna Racing LLC another legal “no” in its bid to resume pari-mutuel barrel racing.
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My gelding had a really bad bout of cellulitis last summer, and we almost lost him to the disease. I’ve heard there is a greater chance he will get it again in the future. What are some possible preventative measures I can take to protect my horse?
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