Build a Mounting Block

After recent ACL knee surgery, when I was finally allowed to get back on my horse I needed a good mounting block to do so.

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No Missouri Compromise

The turf war between veterinarians and lay equine dentists rages on. The battle line is clear: who should be allowed to float teeth–the removal of

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Trapped in the Fence

It is a scenario that haunts many of us Ñ whether we have actually seen it happen or not. We can just imagine what it

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A Humble (Horsey) Abode

As I’m sure you’re well aware, there are people out there who would do anything for their horses. Maybe you’re one of them. I like

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Donations and Deductions

Rulings handed down by the United States Tax Court are anything but easy reading. They’re usually long and complicated, and they frequently deal with obscure

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Genomics and Infectious Disease

Genomics is in its infancy, and we have a lot to learn. But have no doubt, its impact on equine infectious diseases will be as great as that of vaccination and antibiotics.

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The Also-Rans

One of the comments to last week’s “Best Of” column asked about interesting topics that didn’t make the Top Five of 2011. With one exception,

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Living Skeletons

Think back to your high school health class days. Remember seeing that human skeleton in the corner, and remember having to learn all 206 bones

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From Gawky to Grand

Raising a foal isn’t rocket science, but it does require some forethought and planning.

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And the Winner Is

I usually wrap up the year for Horses and the Law with a chronological review of what I consider the most important, or interesting, or

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Growing Researchers

Every year research progress is made and can help more horses. So, how did this group of scientists make a career out of equine research?

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