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Florida finds cases of equine piroplasmosis
Twenty horses on six premises in Florida had tested positive as of Sept. 8 for equine piroplasmosis, a bloodborne parasitic
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Equine association updates vaccination guidelines
The Infectious Disease Committee of the American Association of Equine Practitioners in January issued revised guidelines for the administration of…
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Equine veterinarians continue to advance horse health
The 53rd Annual Convention of the American Association of Equine Practitioners, held Dec. 1-5 in Orlando, Fla., set a convention attendance record for…
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AVMA takes stance against double-deck trailers for equine transport
The AVMA opposes the use of double-deck trailers for the transportation of equines because of safety concerns, according to a new policy that the…
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Barbaro's veterinarian recalls time with famed racehorse
By his own admission, Dr. Dean Richardson is better at large animal surgery than public speaking.
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AAEP issues white paper on ending soring of Tennessee Walking Horses
he American Association of Equine Practitioners issued stringent recommendations earlier this month for eliminating the abusive practice of soring in…
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As AAEP president, Green makes member outreach a priority
Dr. Green became the first female president of the American Association of Equine Practitioners, the world's largest professional
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EU: foals require microchipping
Member states of the European Union have reached agreement on a new regulation that will revise existing equine identification
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New resources helping unwanted horses find new homes
Equine organizations have come out with new information and tools to help those who want to adopt or donate unwanted horses.
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New award promotes celebration of World Veterinary Day
Every year, the AVMA promotes World Veterinary Day to the press and public while encouraging U.S. veterinary groups to celebrate the
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Call for cat health research grant applications
The Winn Feline Foundation is accepting grant applications for research into feline medical problems.
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USDA releases reports on animal health
The Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service recently released several reports relevant to
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AVMA backs proposal strengthening horse transportation regulations
The AVMA is supporting an amendment to commercial transportation regulations that would extend federal protections afforded
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AVMA leaders seek support for workforce expansion legislation
The AVMA Executive Board and House Advisory Committee were in Washington, D.C., this April, encouraging members of Congress to support the Veterinary…
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The votes are in for AVMA councils and House Advisory Committee
In New Orleans, the House of Delegates elected 15 AVMA members to fill vacancies on councils.
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Regional college lends expertise for upcoming cable series
Regional college lends expertise for upcoming cable series Billy the Kid just shot two…
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Hall joins Membership and Field Services Division
The AVMA has hired Dr. Derrick D. Hall as an assistant director and program director of the Membership and Field Services Division
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Hand washing key disease prevention measure not always practiced
Hand washing is a simple yet important component in preventing illness that often goes overlooked.
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Euthanasia at Kentucky Derby renews attention to safety
The dramatic breakdown and subsequent euthanasia of Eight Belles, the filly who placed second in the Kentucky Derby, has shone