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Urine Trouble: Freezing Contaminated Stallion Semen

Why Freeze Stallion Semen?

World Equine Veterinary Association August 26, 2016

There are other reasons for freezing a stallion’s semen besides export or transport.

Assessing Equine Welfare Objectively

World Equine Veterinary Association August 5, 2016

The key is not to point out what is right or wrong, but what changes to make to improve horse and human welfare alike.

equine asthma; respiratory problems in sport horses

The Equine Upper Airway: How It Works and What Goes Wrong

World Equine Veterinary Association July 2, 2016

Diseases and abnormalities of the upper airway are some of the main reasons for poor performance in sport horses.

What is Big-Head Disease?

World Equine Veterinary Association June 7, 2016

This condition, caused by an unbalanced diet, can have serious musculoskeletal implications for affected horses.

WEVA Holds Intermediate Meetings

World Equine Veterinary Association May 8, 2016

So far this year WEVA has held meetings in Heilan and Beijing, China; Cluj-Napoca, Romania; and Moscow, Russia.

Flying Horses: What to Consider

World Equine Veterinary Association March 3, 2016

Be mindful of the associated health risks and understand how to best manage your horse before and after air travel.

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Equine Pain Management: History and New Advances

World Equine Veterinary Association February 7, 2016

For years veterinarians’ options were limited, but new products are helping them control horses’ pain better than ever.

2015 WEVA Congress Wrap-Up

Erica Larson January 29, 2016

Learn about colic, joint health, nutrition, and more from our 2015 World Equine Veterinary Association Congress coverage.

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Regenerative medicine is opening doors to new and improved therapeutic options for equine musculoskeletal injuries.

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Erica Larson December 2, 2015

Beginning treatment during the acute phase helps give the horse the best chance of recovery. Here’s what to know.

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Erica Larson December 1, 2015

Learn about the steps vets and stallion managers can take to help improve the quality of cooled and frozen semen.

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Erica Larson November 27, 2015

Understanding which factors hinder sperm production can help managers and vets take steps to help improve fertility.

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Erica Larson November 24, 2015

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Breeding the Problem Mare With Endometritis

Erica Larson November 15, 2015

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Erica Larson November 11, 2015

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Flunixin vs. Firocoxib for Reducing Pain After Colic Surgery

Erica Larson November 10, 2015

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