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Why Only White? Sox For Horses, Inc. Comes Clean About No-Color

August 5, 2020November 23, 2015 by Northwest Horse Source

Tallahassee, Florida (November 3, 2015) In the history of surgical attire, white was the standard color in the operating room to emphasize cleanliness. But as the combined bright lights and all-white environments led to eye strain among surgeons and staff, hospitals abandoned white “scrubs” in favor of softer contrasting shades of …

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Air Flow – Equine Cough and Breathing Aid

August 5, 2020November 11, 2015 by Press

AIR FLOW – (Equine Cough and Breathing Aid) from SciencePure Nutraceuticals Inc. is designed to help open the upper respiratory and nasal passages for better air flow and wind capability. Given appropriately, AIR FLOW also aids with temporary relief of minor bronchial congestions, minor throat irritations and coughs associated with …

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The Healthy, Older Horse

August 5, 2020November 10, 2015 by Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D.

By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. Let me tell you about Bugsy. He was an Appendix Quarter Horse I rescued a few years ago. When he came to me, he was significantly underweight, suffered from an old stifle injury, and had a distrustful attitude. A few months later, he’d filled out, …

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Omega Fields Introduces NEW Low Sugar & Starch Omega-3 Horse Treat

August 5, 2020November 4, 2015 by Press

Sheboygan, Wisconsin – Omega Fields, Inc. is excited to announce its newly launched Low Sugar & Starch horse treat – Omega Nibblers-Low Sugar& Starch (https://www.omegafields.com/equine-products/omega-nibblers-low-sugar-starch.html). Omega Nibblers Low Sugar & Starch is a nutritious, apple flavored, Omega-3 heart shaped treat supplement for horses in all life stages made from natural …

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Nine Tips to Keep Your Horse Safe from Pests

August 5, 2020November 4, 2015 by Press

Did you remember to shut the lid on your feed barrel this morning? If not, you could be welcoming pests in for a tasty snack. As a horse owner, keeping your horse safe and healthy is a number one priority. Sometimes, just a couple of changes can help keep your …

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Dr. Getty Reminds You: Cecum Exit Defies Gravity

August 5, 2020November 4, 2015 by Press

By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. Little known fact: The cecum in a horse has its entrance and exit at the top. And you should pay attention to this because… For digested material to exit, it has to actually defy gravity! To process food, the cecum contracts to push the contents …

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What Horse Owners Need to Know About Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis

August 5, 2020November 4, 2015 by Press

For horse owners, optimal equine health is everything. Whether a horse has a rigorous competition schedule, is a working ranch horse or is used for pleasure, day-to-day well-being is a top priority. One of the best ways to help protect a horse and maintain good overall health is to learn …

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Sugar Promotes Chronic Inflammation

August 5, 2020November 4, 2015 by Press

By Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. Inflammation. The very word triggers images of pain, redness and swelling. But in the case of injury or infection, acute inflammation is actually a beneficial means of restoring the body to health. Specific cells are called into action to remove the source of injury …

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The Amazing Equine Eye

August 5, 2020November 1, 2015 by David Sauter D.V.M.

Understanding Common Eye Problems in Horses by Dave Sauter, DVM Horses have more than their fair share of eye problems when compared to other domestic animals. Before reviewing some of the more common problems, here are some fun facts regarding equine eyes: Horses have the largest globe of all …

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The Secrets of Simple Horse Care

August 5, 2020November 1, 2015 by Missy Wryn

Keep it Simple to Keep Your Horse Healthy by Missy Wryn I hear this all the time from regular visitors, clinic participants and followers: “Your horses are never sick, what’s your secret?” Dare I tempt fate by answering that? Well, I figure it’s more important to share my horse care …

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