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Spring Tapeworm Control Important for Grazing Horses
Before turning horses out on pasture this spring, remember to check with your veterinarian to ensure your deworming program includes tapeworm control. ... Read the full article

Horses from Coast to Coast are Infected with Tapeworms
Equine parasites such as bot fly larvae, roundworms, large and small strongyles and tapeworms cause serious health problems in horses. For many years, the equine tapeworms were considered harmless and rarely associated with clinical disease. However, ... Read the full article

Merial Announces Satisfaction Guarantee for ZIMECTERIN® (ivermectin) Brands
DULUTH, GA. — March 18, 2009 — Horse owners can hold their parasite control to a higher standard — their own approval. Now, all ZIMECTERIN® (ivermectin) Brand Products are backed by a satisfaction guarantee, helping to ensure the highest standard of ... Read the full article

Merial Offers Free Horse Health Record
Regular vaccinations, deworming and farrier visits can help prevent damaging and costly diseases. As your partner in equine health care, Merial, the maker of ZIMECTERIN® Gold (ivermectin/praziquantel) is offering a free horse health record available at select veterinary clinics and retailers nationwide. ... Read the full article

When Your Equine Friend Needs a “Boost”
Equi Boost by Durvet is an all natural paste designed for use on all horses exposed to stressful conditions to help maintain optimum health and performance. It can be administered prior to or following conditions that may compromise the immune sys ... Read the full article

EquiFit, Inc. Announces Launch of New Silver-Based Products for Equines
Boston, MA – January 11, 2007 – EquiFit, Inc. is pleased to announce the launch of their new line of silver-based products for equines, which include the AgSilver CleanBalm, CleanGel, CleanTalc and CleanWash. These products incorporate the same silve ... Read the full article

Equimax(TM) Protects Stallions, Mares and Foals throughout Breeding Season
New York, NY (October 4, 2006) -- Breeding season is a critical time of year throughout the horse industry. From selecting a stallion through foaling and the arrival of young stock, each owner and handler takes special care with the stallions, mares ... Read the full article

New Websites Provide Convenience, Education for Horse Owners
Pfizer Animal Health recently launched two new websites that offer education on deworming topics, as well as the convenience of an online reminder system. RotationisKey.com allows horse owners to register for emails customized to help them manage the deworming schedules of their horses. The site Equimaxhorse.com offers a wide variety of educational materials on proper deworming and the damage that tapeworms and other parasites can cause in the horse. ... Read the full article

Equimax Provides Critical Parasite Protection for Stallions, Mares and Foals
Equimax is the only combination dewormer approved as safe in breeding, pregnant and lactating mares, stallions and foals as young as four weeks New York, NY (January 16, 2008) -- Equine tapeworms are a serious health threat for horses across the c ... Read the full article

Professional Horsemen and Women Rave About New Silver Clean Products from EquiFit, Inc.
Boston, MA – January 23, 2007 – As the new AgSilver Clean products go from the warehouse to stables across the country, praise has started to accumulate for the new products. EquiFit, Inc.’s line of silver-based products for equines, which include th ... Read the full article

“Face Formula”- Specially Designed for the Sensitive Face of Horses, Livestock & Dogs
The face of an animal is sensitive and can easily be injured by caustic or oily repellents. Natures Balance Care Face Formula is specially designed for the sensitive face of horses, livestock and dogs. Many livestock owners worry about the product being licked off by preening barn mates, but Natures Balance Care Face Formula is so safe it’s edible! The Aloe Vera base with Jojoba and other natural edible ingredients creates a safe barrier from flies and insects while providing anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties for those animals that are prone to fungal infections. Fly masks are always recommended when possible, but the Face Formula is effective for those times when a face mask isn’t possible or the need for extra coverage is appropriate. The Face Formula is great for trail rides while protecting the eyes and nose from flies and mosquitoes. ... Read the full article

Placental Infections Cause Majority of Premature Foal Births
Premature delivery is a devastating problem in horses since the majority of foals that are delivered before the last week of gestation die. The negative financial and emotional impact of premature delivery on horse breeders is, therefore, substantial. In addition, premature foals rarely have productive performance careers. The single most important cause of premature delivery is placental infection, accounting for nearly one-third of all premature births, stillborn deliveries and foal deaths within the first day of life. In spite of the magnitude of this problem, little progress has been made in understanding how placental infections can be prevented or treated in an economic, practical way. ... Read the full article

HORSE REPORTS BOOST DISEASE SURVEILLANCE
London, 24 June/GNN/ -- DEPARTMENT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS News Release (262/05) issued by the Government News Network on 24 June 2005 New quarterly surveillance reports have been launched to monitor disease outbreaks in horse ... Read the full article

HITS, Inc. and Pfizer Animal Health Feature Five STRONGID® C 2X Grand Prix Events in 2009
Pfizer Animal Health announced they will continue to partner with HITS, Inc. in 2009 to educate riders on the benefits of healthy deworming practices. Pfizer Animal Health launched its sponsorship with HITS in 2008 with five STRONGID® C 2X Grand Prix’s in Thermal, CA, Ocala, FL, Tucson, AZ, Culpeper, VA and Saugerties, NY. Both companies anticipate exceptional talent, both in horses and riders, to participate once again this year. ... Read the full article

USA Finally Takes the Plunge with World-Renowned Equine Cold Salt Hydrotherapy
Cold salt hydrotherapy is about to make its mark in the US thanks to British company ECB Equine Ltd. The treatment of injured horses in the 35°F salt water has been around for at least a decade; however the US has just climbed on board with its first ... Read the full article

Equine Herpesvirus Type 1 Affects Horses Across the Country
Preventive Measures Required to Help Protect Horses from this Highly Contagious Disease New York, NY (February 21, 2007) -- Equine Herpesvirus Type 1 (EHV-1) has been in the news throughout the country recently, with outbreaks of the virus occurri ... Read the full article

Free Weight Tape with Purchase of Strongid(R) C or C 2X(TM) Available at Participating Stores
New York, NY (January 7, 2008) -- Right now, horse owners have the opportunity to receive a free horse weight tape with the purchase of any Strongid(R) C or C 2X(TM) product at participating feed and tack stores across the country. Look for the Stron ... Read the full article

Pfizer Animal Health Sponsors Horse Shows in the Sun
Pfizer Animal Health is proud to announce that 2008 will feature the debut of the Strongid(R) C 2X(TM) Grand Prix at HITS Horse Show events throughout the country. The class will be included at the HITS Desert Circuit on February 24, at the HITS Ocala Winter Circuit on March 9, and at the HITS Arizona Winter Circuit on March 16. It will also take place at the HITS Saugerties Show Series on July 27 and the HITS Culpeper Show Series on July 13. Total prize money for all Strongid C 2X classes is $215,000. ... Read the full article

Pfizer Offers Deworming Program
New York, NY (July 26, 2006) -- Equine veterinarians agree that rotating between chemical classes is the key to creating an effective deworming program. Now, Pfizer Animal Health makes rotation simple for horse owners by offering year-round parasite ... Read the full article

Hagyard Equine Medical Institute Demonstrates New Technology for Kentucky Spring Classic Horse Show Guests
Lexington, KY – May 17, 2006 – Exhibitors and guests from the Kentucky Spring Classic Horse Show enjoyed an evening of fascinating presentations at the Hagyard Equine Medical Institute on May 16, 2006. The equestrians saw two presentations of cutting ... Read the full article