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Digging Deworming
Apr 26 2017
Drug resistance isn’t a human-only issue, with the last two decades giving rise to a number of equine parasite populations evolving to resist deworming medication. Repeated use of the same…
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Parasite Prevention
Apr 25 2017
Even if your horse shows no symptoms, an internal parasite infestation can be lowering your horse’s resistance to infection, robbing him of vital nutrients and even causing permanent damage to…
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Oh “Bother”!
Apr 21 2017
Benjamin Franklin once said, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” He was probably talking about fleas and ticks because nowhere does this ring more true than…
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No Treat for Pets
Apr 14 2017
The Easter holiday is a fun time for kids and adults alike, but did you know that many fun Easter activities pose hazards for your furry companion? Like any holiday,…
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Antifreeze Safety
Apr 10 2017
Although winter is all but behind us, there are some holdover safety issues for our pets that may slip our minds now that the cold weather is gone. With spring…
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No Love for Heartworms
Apr 05 2017
Heartworms can cause serious and even life-threatening disease in your furry companion. The heartworm parasite is carried by mosquitoes, and just one infected bite can afflict your pet. Like other…
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EIA Education
Mar 24 2017
Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) is a viral disease with no vaccine and no cure. Though most horses with EIA die from the disease, a percentage recover. They still harbor the…
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Weather the Storm
Mar 20 2017
Clouds gather; you see a strike of lightning in the distance, then a rumble of thunder. The next thing you know, your dog won’t leave your side; she’s panting and…
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St. Patrick’s Day Safety
Mar 16 2017
St. Patrick’s Day–the day when everyone is Irish–sets the stage for many festive revelers who enjoy celebrating with parades, parties and, often, a green brew or two. It’s also fairly…
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K9 Comrades
Mar 13 2017
In honor of K9 Veterans Day on March 13, here are some facts you may not have known about military working dogs, also known as MWDs. – Dogs have been…
