Ethical Dilemma

It’s an ethical question, not a legal one, and I want your opinion. What do the Grand National Steeplechase and a weekly New York Times

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For the Love of Old Horses

Many horse people–from veterinarians to caretakers–will tell you that horses are living longer today than ever before, largely thanks to a combination of improved nutritional

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Rabies: Scary, But Very Preventable

Every few years I hear a story or receive an email about veterinarians handling a horse with rabies. These accounts are rare, but they’re usually

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FEI Veterinary Protocols

The Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI), as the world governing body of equestrian sport, provides the framework for all FEI events, and central to this framework is horse welfare.

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Inherent Risks

Almost every stateÑall except New York, Maryland, Nevada, and CaliforniaÑhave some sort of equine activity law that in many situations can serve as a defense

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(Not) All In Good Fun

I know we’ve covered this topic many times, but I just can’t help discussing it when we see more news stories about people under the

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Spring Pasture Management Tips

Putting horses out too soon can reduce the productivity of your pastures this coming summer and letting your horses graze too much can be dangerous to horse health. Here are some considerations to keep in mind before you open up the gates to the pasture.

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Worth 1,000 Words

A relative of a friend of a friend was taking photographs at a horse show recently when she was informed by a representative of event

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Horse Transport at Sea

George Winegar, past president, Robert D. Campball award winner, and a member of Animal Transportation Association since its inception, gave an overview of historical horse

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