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International Symposium Panel Identifies Priorities for Equine Colic Research

The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) Foundation has released a report identifying future research priorities for the study of equine colic, including investigations to improve the veterinarian’s ability to diagnosis, treat and prevent the disease.

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Horse Nutrition: Protein Quality Counts

by Dr. Juliet Getty

Did you know that there are literally hundreds of different proteins in a horse’s body? Dr. Juliet Getty offers this mini-lesson to help the horse owner or caretaker understand the importance of feeding high-quality protein to optimize the horse’s health.

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Diatomaceous Earth and Deworming Horses

by Eleanor Blazer

In many barns across the country skeletal remains of ancient microscopic single celled algae called diatoms may be found. When entering a barn that is known to harbor diatoms, the best place to find them is in the tack room. Look for a package that says "Diatomaceous Earth" or DE.

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AQHA Offers Genetic Testing

AQHA is now offering a five-panel genetic test for HYPP, PSSM, MH, GBED and HERDA. Genetic diseases cause emotional and financial pain for horse owners and breeders.

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Feeding Starved or Malnourished Horses

by Dr. Bryan Waldridge, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVIM, ABVP

Few sights are worse than the tragedy of malnourished or starved horses. It is important to consider that not all underweight horses are the victims of abuse or neglect.

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Winter Weather Care for Your Horse

by Jill J. Dunkel

In cold weather, many horse owners are riding less and less, but the routine care of your horse doesn't decrease. In fact, extra care may be required to keep your horse in good condition in cold weather.

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Choosing the Right Horse Blanket

by Eleanor Blazer

You’ve decided your horse needs a blanket. It’s time to go shopping! First determine size, weight and material of the blanket. To figure out what size your horse needs, you’ll have to do some measuring.

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Blanketing 101 - Snug as a Bug In a Rug

by Eleanor Blazer

Does my horse need a blanket? He might if he needs protection from the weather, bugs, ultraviolet light or lack of hair coat. Most healthy horses are naturally protected from the weather. Their hair coat changes with the seasons – becoming thicker in the winter and thinner in the summer. This change is based on the shortening or lengthening of the days.

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