Researchers Unlock Genetic Secrets of the Dun Coat Color
Edited Press Release
January 8, 2016
Recent study results reveal why the dun pattern does not appear in many domestic horses.
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Recent study results reveal why the dun pattern does not appear in many domestic horses.
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Dr. Roberta Dwyer takes a look at what’s changed in veterinary medicine and what’s stayed the same.
Veterinarians worldwide rely on the analgesic to treat animals–including horses–in their care.
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Disposable gloves are made of numerous materials with varying levels of protection appropriate for different uses.
Fasting horses before laparoscopic surgery decreases the amount of gas in the intestines, which can prove beneficial.
Emerging virus or incidental bystander? Dr. Nicola Pusterla of UC Davis shares insight into this infectious disease.
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As a result, one vet said efforts to prevent laminitis of common origins could reduce the disease’s impact more.
Nearly 7,400 veterinary professionals, students, exhibitors, and guests attended the convention in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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An FEI veterinarian and her on-staff equine sports therapist join us to answer your questions about keeping your equine athlete performing at his best.
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Monday’s 6 a.m. Sunrise Session on uveitis came a little early for our sleep-starved veterinary reporter.
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