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10 Tips for Winterizing Your Horse

Whether your region’s winter weather consists of cooler temps and occasional rains or you’re in for months of frigid winds and endless snowfall, you can take steps to make the season more manageable.

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15 Facts on Donkey Health

Did you know donkeys are more prone to laminitis in their hind feet, whereas horses tend to founder on their front? Learn about these donkey-health facts and more in our special report.

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Dentistry in Horses

Horses’ teeth are very different from humans, and they need special dental care at least annually. Learn about routine dental exams, common dental problems, and routine equine dentistry procedures with Dr. Christy Corp-Minamiji.

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Texas Bill Would Clarify Equine Dentistry Issues

Texas lawmakers are pondering legislation that would define the role of nonveterinarian equine dentists in that state. Current state law does not prohibit nonveterinarian dentists from floating horses’ teeth. But defining just how much work

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