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UT Extension Schedules Equine Educational Events

Edited Press Release September 1, 2017

The events, covering a variety of topics, will take place around Tennessee throughout September and October.

Breeders Invited to Free Broodmare Health Seminar

Edited Press Release August 20, 2017

The event will take place Sept. 9 at Hoosier Park Racing and Casino in Anderson, Indiana.

Equine End-of-Life Session Scheduled for BEVA Congress

Edited Press Release August 6, 2017

The lectures will review what vets know and how to make this final act as stress-free as possible for all involved.

August KENA Meeting to Focus on Equine Emergencies

Edited Press Release August 4, 2017

The dinner and lecture will take place Aug. 15 at Fasig-Tipton, in Lexington, Kentucky.

Poll Recap: Youth Equine Organizations

Jennifer Whittle August 1, 2017

Of the 392 respondents, 202 (52%) said they were or are a member of at least one equine youth organization.

Clemson Offering Master Equine Manager Certification Course

Edited Press Release July 18, 2017

The course will cover horse welfare, nutrition, health care, and selection, as well as practical skills and more.

RVC’s Equine Locomotor Research Course Expands to America

Edited Press Release June 27, 2017

Farriers can learn more about conducting research, increasing the evidence behind farriery, and improving horse welfare.

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The Horse Staff June 5, 2017

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AYHC Invites Proposals for 2018 Symposium Presentations

Edited Press Release June 4, 2017

Organizers of the annual youth-focused horse industry conference will give preference to interactive workshops.

AAEP Equine Colic Research Symposium Slated for July

Edited Press Release June 3, 2017

The event is held every three years and focuses on new innovations in colic care.

Richardson to Speak on Pool Recovery System During Lecture

Edited Press Release May 23, 2017

Dr. Dean Richardson will describe Penn Vet’s system for recovering high-risk horses from anesthesia on June 6.

2017 BEVA Congress Registration Open

Edited Press Release May 7, 2017

Those who register before Aug. 3 will receive significantly reduced booking fees.

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Jennifer Whittle April 17, 2017

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Van Eps to Speak on Laminitis Prevention and Treatment

Edited Press Release April 17, 2017

Dr. Andrew van Eps’ lecture will take place May 2 at Penn Vet’s New Bolton Center in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania.

AHP Launches Fourth Equine Industry Survey

May KENA Meeting to Focus on Land Conservation

Edited Press Release April 15, 2017

The dinner and educational event will take place May 16, at Fasig-Tipton, in Lexington, Kentucky.

World Equine Airway Symposium Scheduled for July

Edited Press Release April 7, 2017

Lecture topics will include performance-limiting upper airway issues, infectious respiratory diseases, EIPH, and more.

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