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Outbreak Alerts: August 9, 2022 – West Nile Virus – Weld County, CO

Equine Rhinitis Virus-B

Source: State Veterinarian’s Office Number Confirmed: 1Facility Type: Training FacilityAge: 3Gender: GeldingBreed: Quarter Horse (QH)Onset of Clinical Signs: 7/20/2022Clinical Signs:  Weakness Ataxia History Progressive neurologic symptoms over past 2-3 weeks; first observed occasional stumbling which progressed to intermittent ataxic/buckling legs when standing and walking.Confirmation Date: 8/4/2022Horse Status: RecoveringVaccination Status: Status Unknown Notes: A horse in Weld County has …

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HOOF ABSCESSES EXPLAINED

hoof abscesses
A simplified view of the equine hoof to help visualize the structures involved in this process. Photo Credit: AAEP

Sooner or later, nearly all horse owners will deal with a hoof abscess. But what does “hoof abscess” actually mean? Although most commonly seen during the wet winter and spring months, hoof abscesses can plague horses year-round and usually occur when debris and bacteria enter the foot through hoof cracks …

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Heat Stress, Part 1: Keeping Your Dogs Safe

Heat Stress, Part 1: Keeping Your Dogs Safe

By Tony Hawkins, DVM, Valley Vet Supply Technical Service Veterinarian Heat can have a devastating impact on our animals – it’s something that, in a clinic setting, I have seen first-hand. All animals outdoors in the heat – whether large or small – require shade, continuous access to fresh water, …

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Tell Us About Your Senior Horse – Win $500!

Senior Horse
Photo Credit: Terri Goon, Colorado Horse Rescue

The quirkier the better – Two $500 prize gift baskets from Farnam! Every senior horse has a quirk–be it funny, endearing, or downright annoying–and we want to hear about yours! In 300 words or fewer, tell us about your senior horse’s silly behavior, including where it came from, how it’s …

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Rutgers University Advises Helmet, Vest Replacements

Rutgers University

Recently Rutgers University addressed riding safety and traumatic brain injuries, and the need to replace helmets and vests more often than most riders think. According to the Equine Science Center at Rutgers University (https://esc.rutgers.edu/), riding is considered one of the most dangerous sports in the United States because injuries are …

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11-Year-Old Cowgirl Makes History Competing At The First Nationally Televised Black Rodeo

Kortnee Solomon 11 yr old cowgirl First Nationally Televised Black Rodeo
Photo credit: Because of Them We Can

An 11-year-old cowgirl recently made history, competing at the first nationally televised Black rodeo Kortnee Solomon is a fourth-generation Texas cowgirl. Her mother is 11-time invitational champion, Kanesha Jackson, and her father is Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association tie-down roper, Cory Solomon. Her grandmother is Stephanie Haynes, an 18-time invitational champion …

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