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Top Surgery Studies of 2015

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Recaps of studies on colic outcomes, treatments for joint problems, respiratory surgery, and more.

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CSU Vet Students Help Rescued Horses, Gain Valuable Skills

Edited Press Release October 15, 2015

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Operation Gelding Receives Grant From AAEP

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The AAEP has awarded the Unwanted Horse Coalition a grant of $5,000 to be put towards its Operation Gelding fund.

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The Unwanted Horse Coalition (UHC) met June 15 during the American Horse Council’s 2015 annual meeting.

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Heather Smith Thomas September 26, 2014

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