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Because of advances in nutrition, management and health care, horses are living longer, more useful lives. It’s not uncommon to find horses and ponies living well into their 20s and 30s. While genetics play a role in determining life span, you too, can have an impact. ... Read the full article

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If your horse fell into a ravine, would you know what to do? If your trailer was broad sided by another vehicle and turned over, would you know what to do? Could you assist emergency personnel in saving your horse? Being prepared and knowing what to do is vital when it comes to preventing serious injuries and even death! ... Read the full article

Tips on Preparing for an Equestrian Vacation
The outdoors experience draws many equestrian vacationers. Breathtaking scenery, close-up views of wildlife, creaking of saddle leather, birds singing in distant trees and the soft clop-clop of horses' hooves are all part of the experience. One important thing to keep in mind when going on an equestrian vacation is to be prepared. Here are some tips to help you choose, and prepare for, your equestrian vacation. ... Read the full article

FDA Approves New ULCERGARD Product Label
DULUTH, Ga., Nov. 28, 2006 - Merial today announced that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new product label for its equine stomach ulcer product - ULCERGARD, the only FDA-approved product proven to prevent stomach ulcers in horse ... Read the full article

Preventative Medicine Key to Keeping Horses Healthy
With media headlines warning that West Nile Virus is striking harder this year, horse owners are taking preventative measures to protect the animals they love. Of course, the potentially deadly virus is not the only threat to horse health. Worms, ulcers and a myriad of other issues seek to plague our equine friends. As all veterinarians recommend: The key to horse health is preventing problems before they begin. This is easy to do if you purchase vaccines, wormers, and ulcer preventatives from 1-800-PetMeds. Of course, the cost of equine medications can be high because of the sheer size of the horse, but 1-800-PetMeds offers the lowest prices, making it affordable to keep your horse healthy. ... Read the full article

Western-Saddle-Guide.com Provides Saddle Know-How to New Riders
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CONTAGIOUS EQUINE METRITIS HORSE - INVESTIGATION CONCLUDED
London, 12 May/GNN/ -- DEPARTMENT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS News Release (200/05) issued by the Government News Network on 12 May 2005 A stallion, that was diagnosed as having Contagious Equine Metritis Organisim (CEMO), has now b ... Read the full article

Enter for a Chance to Win a Game Ready Now through July 21st at BarrelRacingBuzz.com
Game Ready™ Equine is called the “secret weapon” of top Barrel Racers across the nation for preventing injuries in their horses and speeding recovery from a multitude of ailments. Between now and July 21st, you’ve got a chance to win your very own by telling BarrelRacingBuzz.com why you are the most deserving winner. Entries will be read, and a winner chosen, by Game Ready users Sherry Cervi and Team Steinhoff as well as Jamie Miles (a Game Ready Representative). Visit www.barrelracingbuzz.com for details and to enter to win. ... Read the full article

CONTAGIOUS EQUINE METRITIS CONFIRMED IN A SOMERSET HORSE
London, 30 March/GNN/ -- DEPARTMENT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS News Release (167/05) issued by the Government News Network on 30 March 2005 Defra has today confirmed a case of Contagious Equine Metritis Organism (CEMO) in a horse i ... Read the full article

Lynn Palm– Palm Partnership Training™ Riding Tips Featured in Women’s Health Magazine
Ocala, FL (October 30th, 2007) -- Lynn Palm and Palm Partnership Training ™ riding tips are featured in the “Long Weekend – You Can do This” Whitefish, MT, dude ranch article in Women’s Health magazine’s October 2007 issue. Palm’s “Driving Mr. Ed ... Read the full article

Waterproof Flysheet Liner
Have you ever turned your horse out on a glorious summers day in his flysheet and then returned to find him totally wet? With the weather becoming more and more unpredictable, wouldn’t it be great to have piece of mind that if it rains ­­while your horse is turned out that he will stay nice and dry? ... Read the full article

Winterize Your Leather and Receive Rewards
Receive a Free Pair of Leather New® Leather Gloves and a Leather Care Guide PHOENIX – December 28, 2006 – Horse owners who have put their leather tack away for the winter without taking the time to properly clean and condition it know what a mess ... Read the full article

USRider Urges Horse Owners to Use Air Pressure Monitor
Lexington, Ky. (Sept 12, 2006) – Flat tires are the leading cause of disablements involving horse trailers. USRider is involved in a research project with Dr. Tomas Gimenez to test the benefits (if any) of using air vs. nitrogen to inflate tow vehicl ... Read the full article

The First Few Days
The birth of a new foal can be an exciting and trying time for any horse owner. There are lots of things to do, and it is imperative that you pay close attention to your newest little family member. Below you will find some tips and tricks to keeping your new foal safe and healthy. We will also address some of the toughest problems like bottle feeding, which can cause undue stress if you aren’t prepared. ... Read the full article

USRider Provides Safety Tips to Reduce Tire Troubles
Getting ready to travel involves a lot of preparation for most people. You must plan your route, pack clothes, check the weather, ensure that the car is road worthy, and so on. Traveling with horses adds another set of tasks, such as prepping the horse for shipping, packing feed and supplies for the horse, tow vehicle maintenance, to name a few. A critical item to check before hitting the road is air pressure. This applies to the tires on your tow vehicle tires as well as those on the trailer. ... Read the full article

Horse Matching-The Water Horse (Part 1 of 5)
For centuries, Traditional Chinese Medicine has taught that each person has a basic type—the words Water, Fire, Wood, Metal and Earth each represent a specific personality type and relates to specific body organs. Now, it’s time to relate these “Five Element” terms to our horses. Knowing your horse’s constitutional type can help you make dietary and lifestyle choices for him that will best support his overall needs on an ongoing basis. If you are looking for a new horse, Five Element typing will aid you in selecting a horse that is well-suited for your lifestyle, the specific activity you wish to undertake with him, or a particular training style. ... Read the full article

Simple Grooming Advice to Help Horse Owners Combat Winter Grime
Nearly every horse owner can imagine that moment of despair when they bring their horse in from the pasture -- he’s got mud caked from head-to-hoof, his tail is a knotted, wet mess and it’s far too chilly for a bath. Keeping horses’ coats clean in the winter can be a daunting task for even the most expert groom. W.F. Young, Inc., the makers of Absorbine(R) products, offers horse owners advice for maintaining a healthy, sleek coat when a bath is not possible. ... Read the full article

How Do I Get My Horse to Pick Up the Correct Canter Lead Every Time?
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Grand Prix Level Show Jumper to Promote Equine Stomach Ulcer Prevention
DULUTH, Ga., Jan. 9, 2006 — Merial announced today that Grand Prix Level Show Jumping athlete AAron Vale will serve as an official spokesperson for the company’s equine ulcer product – ULCERGARD™ (omeprazole), the only product proven to prevent stoma ... Read the full article

Julie Fershtman to Speak at 23rd Annual National Conference on Equine Law
Equine Law practitioner and author Julie Fershtman, is among the many experienced Equine Law practitioners scheduled to speak at the 23rd Annual National Conference on Equine Law. The conference is sponsored The University of Kentucky College of La ... Read the full article