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Outbreak Alert: July 11, 2023 – Equine Infectious Anemia in Cariboo, BC

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Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: Canadian Food Inspection Agency Confirmed Case(s) – Official Quarantine Number Confirmed: 1Number Suspected: UnknownNumber Exposed: UnknownComments: On July 7, 2023, positive equine infectious anemia (EIA) results were confirmed by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s (CFIA) national reference laboratory for a horse located on a premises in Cariboo Subdivision C, British Columbia. The horse … Read More

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THE GROWING THREAT OF TICKS

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Geographic distribution of ticks commonly found on horses in the United States. Image courtesy USRider.

May 9, 2023 – Article Credit: US Rider – Read Original Article HERE These tiny parasites feed on your horse’s blood and can pass along several pathogens as they do. Here’s what you need to know to protect your horse from the growing threat of ticks. BY KATHRYN DUNCAN, DVM, … Read More

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Humane Society of the U.S. releases urgent statement ahead of Preakness horse races

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(Photo by Mathew Schwartz on Unsplash) Kitty Block, president and CEO of the Humane Society of the United States, released the following statement regarding tomorrow’s Preakness race in Baltimore:  “With the outrageous string of horse deaths in racing, how shameful that the misleadingly named National Horsemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association has repeatedly blocked … Read More

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Idaho Humane Society offers reward for information on horse killer

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Codi, a 6-year-old horse, was shot nine times and killed in Parma on Friday, May 12. Submitted photo/Laurie Erskine

IDAHO PRESS STAFF [email protected] | May 18, 2023 Updated May 18, 2023 Article from Idaho County Free Press – Link to original article/press release HERE The Idaho Humane Society is offering a $5,000 reward for any information that leads to the prosecution and conviction of the person or persons who killed Codi … Read More

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Tragic news from Churchill Downs: More horses euthanized Saturday, following races at site of the Kentucky Derby

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WASHINGTON (May 6, 2023) — Kitty Block, president and CEO of the Humane Society of the United States, released the following statement ahead of the Kentucky Derby:  “7 was not a lucky number for the horses, as that is how many died in the lead-up to this year’s Kentucky Derby. And … Read More

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IEA to Continue Legacy and Mission of Junior Essex Troop of Calvary

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Image Courtesy IEA

Friday, March 31, 2023 (Columbus, Ohio) – The Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) is pleased to announce their partnership with The Junior Essex Troop of Cavalry (JET) to continue the Troop’s legacy of fostering the love of horses among youth through education in the art of horsemanship and equine athletics. The partnership will provide a Perpetual … Read More

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Local Horse Merida The Bitless Earns National and International Year-End Accolades

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Photo credit: Brent Lotz

Local Horse Merida The Bitless Earns National and International Year-End Accolades Chehalis, Washington, March 15, 2023 – DGH Eternity, known as Merida The Bitless to her social media fans and as just Merida to her owner Kristina Lotz, ended 2022 on a high note, garnering year-end awards from five different national and … Read More

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The World’s First 3D Printed Horse Trailer is Coming in 2023

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3D-Printed Horse Trailer
3D-Printed Horse Trailer. Image Courtesy Double D Trailers

3D printing is rapidly evolving, and the possibilities this technology has are now impressive. This is why the dream of creating the first 3D printed trailer in the world will turn into reality in just a few months. Enter the SafeTack Reverse 2 Horse Bumper Pull Carbon Trailer. Double D … Read More

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Outbreak Alert: March 24, 2023 – Equine Infectious Anemia in Fresno County, CA

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Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: California Department of Food and Agriculture Number Confirmed: 1Number Exposed: 6Facility Type: Private FacilityAge: 21Gender: MareBreed: MuleUsage: RetiredClinical Signs: Asymptomatic, tested prior to interstate movement.Confirmation Date: 3/21/2023Comments: A 21-year-old mare mule in Fresno County has been confirmed positive for Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA). The mule has been quarantined on her home premises with 6 additional potentially exposed equids, 1 … Read More

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Mustang Heritage Foundation Partners with Extreme Cowboy Association

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Mustang Heritage Foundation Partners with Extreme Cowboy Association

Fort Worth, Texas – Building on the success of previous years, the Mustang Heritage Foundation is proud to partner with the Extreme Cowboy Association again for their 2023 World Championships. The EXCA World Championships will be held November 1-5, 2023, in Glen Rose, TX. As part of the World Championship, Mustang … Read More

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