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Congressman Beyer Introduces Bill to Restrict the Import and Sales of Ejiao

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November 17, 2021 (Washington, D.C.) – Last month, Rep. Don Beyer (D-VA) introduced the Ejiao Act (H.R. 5203). This bill would restrict trade on all ejiao products made from donkey skins, which are decimating the species’ global population and threatening the impoverished families and communities who rely on them. “The international trade … Read More

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Outbreak Alert: November 18, 2021 – Equine Influenza in Clackamas County, OR

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: Attending Veterinarian Number Confirmed: 2; Number Suspected: 1; Number Exposed: 5; Facility Type: Not Reported; #1–Onset of Clinical Signs: 11/13/2021; Clinical Signs: Mild Cough, Mild Fever, Mild Nasal Discharge; Confirmation Date: Not Reported; Horse Status: Affected And Alive; Vaccination Status: Vaccinated; #2—Onset of Clinical Signs: 11/15/2021; Clinical Signs: Mild Fever, Nasal Discharge; Horse … Read More

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Outbreak Alert: November 17, 2021 – Equine Influenza in King County, WA & Strangles in Kitsap County, WA

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: Washington State Veterinary Office Number Confirmed: 1; Facility Type: Private Facility; Notes: The owner is working with the attending veterinarian. For more information go to the equine influenza factsheet Source: Washington State Veterinary Office Number Confirmed: 1; Number Suspected: 2; Number Exposed: 1; Facility Type: Private Facility; Notes: Owner … Read More

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Ask the Expert: Looking for Information on Horse Breeding Behavior

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Q: I’m a student who is having some trouble finding some information if you can help me that would be appreciated! 1. Describe an example of intersexual selection in horse behaviour? 2. Describe behaviours that might change in a mare when it “comes into season” 3. How is the breeding … Read More

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Minding your own Business?

I am often asked what the best platform is for building a website. Wix & Squarespace spend a lot of money on advertising and tell a great story, BUT there are reasons that 65% of websites are built with WordPress. And most of those reasons will directly support your business. … Read More

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Strangles in Snohomish & Clark Counties, WA

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: Washington State Veterinary Office Number Confirmed: 1; Number Exposed: 4; Facility Type: Boarding Facility; Notes:  A horse at a boarding facility in Snohomish County has tested positive for Strangles. The owner has quarantined the affected horse and is temperature taking other horses exposed and not allowing anything on or off … Read More

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Equine Influenza in Benton and Lane County, OR

Equine Herpesvirus- Neurologic

Source: Attending Veterinarian Number Confirmed: 2; Facility Type: Private Facility; Age: 9; Gender: Gelding; Breed: Paso Fino; Onset of Clinical Signs: 11/05/2021; Clinical Signs: lethargic with clear nasal discharge, fever; Confirmation Date: 11/09/2021 Horse Status: Affected and Alive Vaccination Status: Undervaccinated; Age: 8; Gender: Gelding; Breed: Paso Fino; Onset of Clinical Signs: 11/07/2021; Clinical Signs: lethargic, high fever Confirmation Date: 11/09/2021 Horse Status: Affected and Alive Vaccination Status: Undervaccinated; Notes: Horse 1 arrived at Oregon Horse … Read More

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AcuLife – LifeWave Product

This product has been around since 2004, however it has not been marketed very well to the Equine Community. I want to change that. LifeWave has provided single patches for humans with great success. This is a two (2) patch system that is designed specify for Horses. Introducing AcuLife • … Read More

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Muck’s Chore Farm Leather Stands up to Acidic/Alkaline Elements AND Looks & Feels Great

Muck Chore Boots

Achieving the highest levels of protection while also delivering a great-looking boot was the inspiration for Muck‘s Chore Farm Leather collection, which will be a new offering for Spring ’22.  Not only is the Chore Farm Leather able to stand up to Acidic and Alkaline elements found in the barn, but … Read More

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3 New Horse Riding Apps for Horse Owners

iPhone & Android apps have become hugely popular over the last few years. And whether you love going for trail rides, want to track your horse rides, improve your dressage & flatwork or try out some new polework exercises, there is an app out there for you. Here is our … Read More

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