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WNV: Treatment and Prevention

West Nile virus (WNV) is the number one diagnosed neurologic disease in horses, or close to it, said William Saville, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, of The Ohio State University, at a March 10 Fort Dodge Animal Health educational seminar for”P>West Nile virus (WNV) is the number one diagnosed neurologic disease in horses, or close to it, said William Saville, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, of The Ohio State University, at a March 10 Fort Dodge Animal Health educational seminar “>West Nile virus (WNV) is the number one diagnosed neurologic disease in horses, or close to it, said William Saville, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, of The Ohio State University, at a March 10 Fort Dodge Animal Health educational semina”West Nile virus (WNV) is the number one diagnosed neurologic disease in horses, or close to it, said William Saville, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, of The Ohio State University, at a March 10 Fort Dodge Animal Health educational semin”West Nile virus (WNV) is the number one diagnosed neurologic disease in horses, or close to it, said William Saville, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, of The Ohio State University, at a March 10 Fort Dodge Animal Health educational semin”est Nile virus (WNV) is the number one diagnosed neurologic disease in horses, or close to it, said William Saville, DVM, PhD, Dipl”st Nile virus (WNV) is the number one

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Fencing: The Art of Good Neighbors

To build and maintain good horse fence does take time and effort, but in the end it can be very rewarding. We shall assume that the proper fencing materials have been chosen. However, a quick review of good, safe choices is helpful.

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The Grass is Not Always Greener

The word "horse" conjures up images of graceful, powerful animals roaming across miles of rolling hills, periodically stopping to graze on lush, green grass. In reality, such scenes are rare; these days, many horses live without

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What Can We Do To Feel Safe?

It’s dark out. You can’t see, but you know the drill. You’re used to it because it’s always dark at 5:00 a.m. when you feed the horses. Yet, something is different about this morning.

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Top Commentaries of 2018

Cleaning Water Buckets

I’m concerned about keeping our horse’s water buckets clean. So far, I have spritzed them every day with a weak bleach solution followed by a spritz of club soda with separate sponges. Any comments or alternatives?

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North Carolina Owners: Vaccinate Horses Against Rabies

10 Tips on Getting Horses Ready for Spring

Spring is in the air! Oh, to be sure, we aren’t finished with cold weather in many parts of the country, but it won’t be long before we will be ready to head out trail riding or be off on the spring horse show circuit. Here are some tips to help prepare your horse for the spring riding season.

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Purchase Exams Table Topic

Purchase examinations are a big bone of contention in many equine sale situations–not so much over the necessity of them, but over what exactly needs to be evaluated and how to interpret the results. Rick Mitchell, DVM, of Fairfield Equine

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Recovering from the Flu

There was recently a flu-like breakout at the barn where I board. How long do the horses need to stay isolated?

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AQHA Considers Changes to Coat Color Requirements

Cremellos or perlinos, which are horses that exhibit lightly pigmented or pink skin over the body, white or cream-colored hair, and blue eyes, might soon be eligible for registration in the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA). In early

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Last Year’s Drought on This Year’s Pasture?

Throughout Kentucky, the summer of 1999 will be remembered for hot days and a lack of rain. While the drought and its effects were readily noted this past summer and fall, horse owners need to consider what the drought may have done to their

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Horse Owners Sentenced For USDA Import Violations

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced that horse facility owners Emil and Anna Jung of Gehlenberg-Friesoythe, Germany, have been sentenced after pleading guilty to three counts each of false statements and mail fraud.

On

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Humane Care And Treatment Of Exhibition Animals Meeting Open To Public

The U.S. Department of Agriculture will hold a public meeting to discuss issues related to the humane care and treatment of exhibition animals covered under the Animal Welfare Act.

I’m looking forward to hearing what people will say”P>The U.S. Department of Agriculture will hold a pu

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USDA And Tenn. Horse Owner Settle HPA Charges

The U.S. Department of Agriculture and Bobbie Jo Garrison, a horse owner in Crossville, Tenn., have settled charges of Horse Protection Act (HPA) violations.

Soring is a cruel and abusive practice; it is not an acceptable method of”P>The U.S. Department of Agriculture and Bobbie Jo Garrison, a horse owne

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