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Recent News
Preakness Runner-Up Sidelined with Pelvic Fracture
Itsmyluckyday is expected to miss four months of training with a slight fracture of the ilium. Read More
- New Study Links Sycamore Tree to Atypical Myopathy
- Spinning and Twirling Behavior
- NASC Announces Updated Quality Seal
- Study Examines Pregnancy Loss, 'Treg' Cell Relationship
- Wild Horse Lawsuit Expands
- TAA Receives 27 Accreditation Applications
- AYHC Invites Proposals for 2014 Symposium Presentations
- 2013 Hambletonian Veterinary CE Seminar Scheduled
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Event Coverage
ACVIM Forum 2013
Seattle, WA
Western Veterinary Conference 2013
Las Vegas, NV
AAEP Convention 2012
Anaheim, CA
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12 yo thoroughbred/holstiener mare 16.2h
A 12 year old thoroughbred x holstiener mare. Trained in jumps up to 2'6" and in dressage. She likes to work but needs only light work since it seems she has an old injury to her right hind fetlock that likes to act up if she does too much. ... Read More
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Farm Call: Your Questions Answered
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Magazine
In the June 2013 Issue:
Cover Story
Senior Horse Care Strategies
Aging is a natural process. But that doesn't mean it's easy or fun for horses.
Also in this issue:
- Testing for Equine Cushing's
- Senior Horse Dental Health
- Equine Sleep Patterns from A to Zzzzz
- Breaking Down Body Condition
- Head Tack Mechanics
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