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Dr. Hillman to Speak at AHC Issues Forum
August 10, 2006, Washington, D.C. – The American Horse Council has confirmed Dr. Bob Hillman as a speaker for the AHC Issues Forum, which will be held on September 25th in Austin, Texas. Dr. Hillman currently serves as the Texas State Veterinarian a ... Read the full article

New AAEP Web Site Delivers More Equine-Health Resources
Guided by its mission to improve the health and welfare of the horse, the American Association of Equine Practitioners has relaunched its Web site, www.aaep.org, with new educational tools for veterinarians and the addition of equine-health resources ... Read the full article

Be Prepared for an Equine Health Emergency
If you own horses long enough, sooner or later you are likely to confront a medical emergency. From lacerations to colic to foaling difficulties, there are many emergencies that a horse owner may encounter. You must know how to recognize serious problems and respond promptly, taking appropriate action while awaiting the arrival of your veterinarian. ... Read the full article

Don’t Skip the Purchase Exam
Owning a horse can be a big investment in time, money and emotion. Unfortunately, horses seldom come with a money-back guarantee. That’s why it is so important to investigate the horse’s overall health and condition through a purchase exam conducted by an equine veterinarian. Whether you want a horse as a family pet, a pleasure mount, a breeding animal, or a high performance athlete, you stand the best chance of getting one that meets your needs by investing in a purchase exam. ... Read the full article

FLORIDA VETERINARIAN TAKES AAEP PRESIDENTIAL REINS
Thomas D. Brokken, DVM, of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., was installed as the 52nd president of the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) during the group’s annual convention in Seattle, Wash., Dec. 3 - 7. He will serve through 2006. Dr ... Read the full article

Appaloosa Horse Club Forms Alliance with the AAEP
Moscow, Idaho-The Appaloosa Horse Club (ApHC) is proud to announce its new partnership forged with the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP), the world's largest association of equine veterinarians with nearly 9,000 members. The n ... Read the full article

Equine Health Protocol for the Kentucky Spring Horse Shows
IMPORTANT EQUINE HEALTH INFORMATION In response to the recent situation in Wellington, Florida and other locations related to the Equine Herpes virus, the management of the Kentucky Spring Horse Shows would like to make the following recommendatio ... Read the full article

A New Full-color-Veterinary Manual for Horse Owners that Sets the Modern Standard!
All Horse Systems Go The Horse Owner’s Full-Color Veterinary Care and Conditioning Resource for Modern Performance, Sport and Pleasure Horses Nancy S. Loving, DVM ... Read the full article

Saddle Up! Getting a Jump on Proper Horse Care
Many children and teenagers love horses and often parents buy or lease a horse for their child to teach positive skills and responsibility. ... Read the full article

Choosing the Right Bit
Before trying to choose the right bit for your horse you should get his teeth checked by a veterinarian. Sometimes the teeth may have sharp points or hooks that interfere with the use of the bit. A veterinarian can properly float the horse’s teeth and prevent problems that may occur down the road with bad teeth. Once the teeth are checked out, then you may begin deciding on which bit is best for your horse. ... Read the full article

WEG 2010 Foundation Selects Official Veterinary Coordinator
The World Games 2010 Foundation, Inc. has selected Dr. A. Kent Allen as the official Veterinary Coordinator of the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2010. "Dr. Allen will be a tremendous asset to the 2010 Games," stated Jack Kelly, CEO of the Wo ... Read the full article

Dr. Furlong Returns for 4th Year as Intercontinental Sport Horse Auction Chief Veterinarian
Wellington, FL – January 10, 2007 – Nona Garson and The Ridge Farm have announced that Dr. Brendan Furlong will work with the Intercontinental Sport Horse Auction for the fourth year. The auction, rescheduled for February 23, 2007, at The Ridge Farm ... Read the full article

Foxtails Could Be Source of Pet's Illness
Veterinarians Urge Owner Vigilance SACRAMENTO, Calif., July 12 /PRNewswire/ -- The hot summer sun has turned California's tall grass fields into danger zones for pets. While the dried straw countryside looks like the perfect playground, anyone wh ... Read the full article

Niagara Equissage Sponsors Eventing Great William Fox-Pitt
LOUISVILLE, KY (January 17, 2006) – Niagara Equissage is pleased to announce its sponsorship of William Fox-Pitt. The sponsorship involves supporting his 15 event horses, including Tamarillo and Ballincoola. In 2002, William was the first British ... Read the full article

SmartPak and Nutramax Partner to Introduce Cosequin SP
Special Version of Cosequin Available Exclusively in SmartPaks PLYMOUTH, Mass (Sept. 27, 2006) - SmartPak Equine, LLC and Nutramax Laboratories, Inc. announced today that they have jointly introduced a special version of Cosequin designed for the ... Read the full article

Delta Hoof Care Teams with Tavern on the Green for HITS Awards Dinner
(Rocklin, CA, August 18, 2006) A magical evening honoring some of the country's finest riders will take place on September 16 during the Marshall & Sterling League finals at HITS-on-the-Hudson show grounds in Saugerties, New York. Hoof Power and ... Read the full article

Leather Therapy Presents Saddle Pad & Blanket Wash and Rinse
To reduce the spread of skin problems from horse-to-horse, LEATHER THERAPY® Presents: SADDLE PAD & BLANKET WASH and RINSE The one-two punch cleaning and sanitizing team works on breathable, waterproofed fabrics while caring for synthetic & n ... Read the full article

Talking Horse Ranch: A Holistic Approach to Educating People and Healing Horses
Located within the scenic Verde Valley in Cornville, Arizona January 16, 2008 -- Cornville, AZ – Lisa Ross-Williams, creator of “If Your Horse Could Talk webcast available on her unique holistic horse care website, www.naturalhorsetalk.com announc ... Read the full article

Manufacturer of Cosequin Equine Introduces Cosequin Optimized Formulas
Edgewood, MD-For over a decade horse owners have relied on Cosequin® Equine Powder to maintain their horses’ joint health. Now the makers of the #1 veterinarian-recommended joint health supplement† are proud to introduce Cosequin® Optimized and Cose ... Read the full article

Fourth Annual Intercontinental Sport Horse Auction to Offer Elite Selection of Mounts
Wellington, FL – December 5, 2006 – Nona Garson has spent much of the fall season scouring Europe and North America for a selection of elite horses that she will offer for sale at the fourth annual Intercontinental Sport Horse Auction on January 27, ... Read the full article