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Sweet Pepper Ranch Cowgirl Retreats

Hi All! We are booking participants for our two 2018 very special retreats for women riders, held here at Sweet Pepper Ranch and created with you in mind. Here’s what we are offering:   Sweet Pepper Ranch Cowgirl Retreats — Featuring ranch riding, yoga, and meditation   Our Cowgirl Retreats is … Read More

Update on Current Washington State EHV-1 Quarantine

Dr. Brian Joseph Washington State Veterinarian Interest has been high in a case of EHV-1, neuropathogenic strain, detected earlier this month in King County. This particular strain of equine herpes virus is highly contagious and, while it won’t infect people, it can be fatal to horses. Since being notified of … Read More

Tips for Horse Owners – Protecting Your Horse from Equine Herpes Virus

Dr. Brian Joseph Washington State Veterinarian Last week, WSDA was notified of a laboratory-verified case of equine herpes virus myeloencephalopathy or EHV-1, neuropathogenic strain, in King County.  EHV-1, in its neurotropic form, is a highly contagious virus that can be fatal to horses but will not infect people. WSDA immediately … Read More

First Veterinary Imaging Software to Leverage Deep Learning

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Artificial intelligence adds power and unprecedented ease-of-use to Metron-DVM, a leading veterinary imaging product December 11, 2017 –Paso Robles, CA – Thanks to advances in deep learning technology, an artificial intelligence bubble is set to occur, especially in products that use images or speech. With the introduction of Metron-DVM version … Read More

Guidelines for Horses Exposed to Wildfire Smoke

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December 13, 2017 ***Paulick Report coverage of this story***   The severe fires throughout California over the past three months have exposed humans and animals to unhealthy air containing wildfire smoke and particulates. These particulates can build up in the respiratory system, causing a number of health problems including burning eyes, … Read More

Save the Date! 2018 Whatcom County Small Farm Expo

    The 2018 Small Farm Expo and will be held on February 24 at the Northwest Washington Fairgrounds in Lynden. This open house event will include indoor and outdoor exhibits demonstrating the latest in agricultural technology, products and services, as well as seminars and demonstrations. Designed to be an informal meet-and-greet … Read More

Equine Cushing’s and Insulin Resistance Group Inc. Concludes Successful 2017 NO Laminitis! Conference

Tucson, AZ — Since 1999, the ECIR Group has improved the welfare of equines with metabolic disorders by focusing on prevention and treatment of endocrinopathic laminitis. Helping caregivers learn to recognize the importance of diagnosis, diet and drugs if needed, trim, and exercise, has successfully seen thousands through the complications … Read More

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