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2018 Resort Symposium Focuses on Practical Critical Care

Edited Press Release December 5, 2017

The AAEP’s 20th Annual Resort Symposium will take place Jan. 29-31, 2018, on the island of Maui.

Saddle Fit Conference to Take Place in December 2018

Edited Press Release November 28, 2017

The program will focus on the latest research, from equine pain recognition to rider posture and equine biomechanics.

UK Extension Agents to Host 11th Pastures Please!! Workshop

TheHorse.com November 22, 2017

The event will take place Jan. 22, 2018, at the Scott County Extension Office, in Georgetown, Kentucky.

orphan foal behavior; UK to Host 2018 Equine Showcase

UK to Host 2018 Equine Showcase, Breeders’ Short Course

TheHorse.com November 17, 2017

Presenters will cover topics including safety, horse welfare, equine reproduction, horse management, and more.

ISES 2017 Down Under: Let the Show Begin

Edited Press Release November 11, 2017

The International Society for Equitation Science event will take place Nov. 22-25, in New South Wales, Australia.

Dr. Kathryn Wulster to Speak on Advanced Imaging Innovations

Edited Press Release November 3, 2017

The equine imaging lecture will take place Nov. 7 at the New Bolton Center, in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania.

November KENA Lecture Focuses on Funding

Edited Press Release November 2, 2017

The dinner and lecture will take place Nov. 14 at Fasig-Tipton in Lexington, Kentucky.

Horse Pasture Management Workshop Taking Place in Louisville

TheHorse.com October 28, 2017

The equine-focused workshop will be held at the American Forage and Grassland Council conference on Jan. 15, 2018.

UKVDL Goes Mobile to Educate Kentuckians

TheHorse.com October 28, 2017

Dr. Uneeda Bryant teaches youth about paths in veterinary medicine and the services offered at the UKVDL.

Equine Guelph Offers Courses for Racing Grooms, Trainers

Edited Press Release October 20, 2017

A digestive health course will be free for the first 50 registrants from each of Ontario’s three racing sectors.

Ontario Large Animal Rescue Course Taking Place Nov. 17-19

Edited Press Release October 14, 2017

Topics will include emergency preparedness, trailer safety, livestock behavior in stressful situations, and more.

Olds College Launches Equine Reproduction Tech Program

Edited Press Release October 6, 2017

The program is designed to provide participants with skills necessary to work in or operate an equine breeding facility.

Registration for Online Horse Behavior, Safety Course Open

TheHorse.com September 23, 2017

Members of Saddle Up Safely’s partner organizations can receive a 10% discount on the registration fee.

KDA Animal Health to Hold Public Meeting to Discuss EIA

Edited Press Release September 12, 2017

The meeting will allow local horse owners to learn more about EIA and the recent cases identified in southwest Kansas.

2018 WEVA Congress Approaching

World Equine Veterinary Association September 9, 2017

The 2018 World Equine Veterinary Association (WEVA) Congress will take place April 21-23 in Beijing, China.

Penn Vet Announces 2017-18 First Tuesday Lecture Series

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Lecture topics will include anesthesia, eye emergencies, sports medicine, biosecurity, foaling problems, and more.

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