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APHIS to resubmit horse soring rule
The U.S. Department of Agriculture pulled a rule regarding methods for detecting soring in horses and will issue a new rule that incorporates the…
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OIE guide promotes responsible anthelmintic drug use
A guidance document from the World Organisation for Animal Health can help animal owners, veterinarians, and regulators reduce the harm from parasites…
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Labor shortage prompts AAEP to form workforce commission
The Commission on Equine Veterinary Sustainability, one of the American Association of Equine Practitioners’ largest initiatives, aims to reverse the…
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Clash between California veterinary, horse racing boards keeps equine practitioners guessing
The California Horse Racing Board and California Veterinary Medical Board are working through differences in how each is interpreting and enforcing…
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In Memory: Dr. Glenn Blodgett, an icon in equine medicine, dies at 73
Dr. Glenn Blodgett, a pioneer in equine theriogenology, has died at the age of 73. He innovated reproductive techniques within the performance horse…
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AVMA House of Delegates approves eight resolutions
The AVMA House of Delegates approved eight resolutions on Jan. 7 during its regular winter session, held in conjunction with the AVMA Veterinary…
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Unregulated horse racing continues to pose risks
A persistent and potentially growing concern, according to experts, is the running of unsanctioned, informal horse races. Unregulated horse racing is…
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American Association of Equine Practitioners – November 18-22, 2022
The American Association of Equine Practitioners held its 68th Annual Convention from November 18-22, 2022, in San Antonio. The association presented…