Equine Herpes Virus confirmed in Washington Quarter Horse

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Via Outbreak News Today on August 20, 2016   The Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine has confirmed a single horse with a rare neurologic form of Equine Herpes Virus (EHV-1). Confirmation came late Friday and the horse has been in isolation in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital in Pullman, Wash., …

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The Grass is Always Greener

A Quick Look at Pasture Management By Jennifer Roberts   As summer marches on, watching your horses graze out on the pasture in the early morning is one of the most amazing simple pleasures. In order to have this picture continue throughout the season, it is imperative that your pastures …

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Meeting Increased Summer Hydration Needs

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Dr. Eleanor Kellon, Staff Veterinary Specialist for Uckele Health & Nutrition Everyone looks forward to the warm weather as the ideal time to ride or work their horse. Most understand the dangers of working the horse under conditions of high heat and humidity. However, the horse can be compromised easily …

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Deworming – Gunshot Method Gone

The gunshot method of deworming may soon be gone. What you don’t know might hurt your horses(s) if they are harbouring worms that are resistant to the drugs you are deworming with. Veterinarians and animal health companies are spending more time educating their clients about the growing resistance of parasites …

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Mosquito Season is Here – Horse Owners Reminded to Take Preventive Measures

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As Temperatures Rise, Mosquitoes and the Diseases They Carry Thrive Merck Animal Health reminds horse owners to take preventive measures   Steamy August temperatures aren’t the only thing posing a threat to the health of your horse. August is also prime mosquito season, which means an increased risk of our …

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What to do with an Overdue Pregnancy?

  Q: I have a 14 yr quarter horse, five previous foals, typical gestation 12 months. Currently bred to a Jack for mule foal. Breeding dates May 15-June 20, 2015. Going by last breeding date, she is 401 days. Positive pregnancy test. Can see foal moving in abdomen and hind …

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Drink Up!

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Water Consumption in Horses By Jennifer Roberts   Summer is officially here, and riding season is in full swing. We all love spending in the barn, but as the mercury rises you should begin to monitor your horse’s water intake more than ever. We are all aware that horses need …

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What The Horse? Fly Spray: Homemade vs. Store Bought

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by Theresa Rice   We’ve traded the muddy season for fly season. I’m not sure which I dislike more, I think fly season. I’ve seen several posts on Pinterest about homemade fly spray and wondered about their effectiveness. I am a Pyranha fly spray devotee and not a huge do-it-yourselfer, …

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ColiCare™ Named #1 Vet-Recommended Colic Surgery Reimbursement Program

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As the nation’s leading equine supplement retailer, SmartPak is committed to supporting healthy horses. Recently, an independent survey showed that ColiCare™ by SmartPak was named the number one recommended colic surgery reimbursement program amongst equine veterinarians. ColiCare is a FREE veterinarian-directed wellness program that provides up to $7,500 in colic …

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Should We Feed Genetically Engineered Forages?

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Brought to You by Eastern Hay GMOs (genetically modified organisms) are a source of concern among many Americans. Not only do we wonder if GMO crops are safe for us to eat, but should we feed them to our horses? As feed crops are often sprayed with Roundup®, an herbicide, …

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