Spring Shots for Senior Horses

A few weeks ago, I told you about 18-year-old Dorado’s spring check-up (more technically called a wellness exam). But today, I want to focus on

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Spooky Seniors

Our senior horses are saints. After a lifetime of hard work, they’re enjoying their “retirement” by either teaching beginners the ropes, packing the kids or

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Equine Athletes and Their Feet

Working for a horse health publication has its many perks–including the freedom to race out to the barn midday for veterinarian and farrier visits. I’ve

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Worms and the Silver Screen

I’m posting my column for April a little early because, while the project I describe here is ongoing, the researcher has set a milestone deadline for today. What do

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