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What the return of the New World screwworm to the United States means, and seven things you can do to protect your horse

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Ill-fitting tack is often blamed for girthiness but resistant behavior was linked to that cause in only a small number of the study horses.

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About 20 percent of horses older than 15 develop pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID). Vitamin E can help help prevent the condition.

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While negative reinforcement can be a useful tool in horse training, it needs to be used with care and caution.

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As great as trees are, there are a few situations where horses and trees definitely don't mix. Make sure your horse pastures don't have these toxic trees.

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A 15-year study shows that the drug pergolide is an effective treatment for pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction.

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A USEF veterinarian explains how to clean, choose and apply disinfectants so they actually kill the pathogens in your barn.

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New research explores what a horse’s posture says about his health. Horses may adopt different stances to compensate for discomfort.

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Plenty of turnout and late weaning may increase the likelihood that a young Thoroughbred will have success at the racetrack years later.

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Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are an important part of horse care but they require sensible handling and proper administration.

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