Health
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January 13, 2011
Understanding Ringbone
This arthritic condition affects the pastern joint or occasionally the coffin joint.
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January 11, 2011
Handling Horses: Stay Safe
One of the first and most important lessons a young foal learns is that while it's all right for
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January 10, 2011
Stallion Supplements: Do They Work?
Among the various supplements given to stallions in hopes of improving semen quality, some are more effective than others,
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January 07, 2011
Endometritis, a Common Cause of Infertility
Endometritis, the inflammation of the endometrium (lining of a mare's uterus), affects up to 15% of broodmares and is
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January 07, 2011
Feeding Old Hay
More vitamin E is lost even with proper storage, and hay that is a year or two old contains
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January 07, 2011
Colic First Aid
After placing a call to the vet, some general guidelines are to keep the horse quiet and calm; remove
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January 05, 2011
Novel Treatment for Laminitis
Wooden clogs made from plywood can help horses recover after bouts of acute laminitis, according to Michael Steward, veterinarian.
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January 04, 2011
Vitamin E Critical for Nerve Health
A diet that is deficient in vitamin E over a prolonged period can lead to equine motor neuron disease,
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December 29, 2010
Keeping the Senior Horse Healthy
Owners should schedule a “wellness check-up” at least once a year.
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December 29, 2010
Managing the Senior Horse
Feed management for older horses is based around several factors.