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Ebola, You and Your Horse

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Ebola, You and Your Horse

The news headlines sounded like they were straight out of a script from a major motion picture. A disease, once thought to no longer be a threat, sweeps across villages in West Africa causing numerous deaths and overwhelms local clinics. The disease then infects the very care workers sent in to help. Unknowingly, some of those infected travel back home, potentially spreading the disease from a Third World country to one of the most powerful and richest nations in the world.

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They’re Back! USEF Announces Helmet Cameras No Longer Prohibited

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They’re Back! USEF Announces Helmet Cameras No Longer Prohibited

Would you ever use a helmet camera during a training session or competition? Do you think it might compromise the safety of a horse and its rider? Does it depend more on discipline?

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Deciphering Complicated Horse Feed Tags

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Deciphering Complicated Horse Feed Tags

Horse owners can walk into any feed store and face a myriad of nutritional choices. Choosing the right one depends on many factors, including the age of the horse, its work load, any metabolic issues, and whether it’s a breeding animal—like a pregnant mare. Deciding what to feed your horse for optimum nutrition takes a concerted effort on the part of the owner and veterinarian. Often, the advice of a good nutritionist can be helpful as well.

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American Quarter Horses Well-Represented on International Scale During New Year’s Day Parade

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American Quarter Horses Well-Represented on International Scale During New Year’s Day Parade

“I wondered what it must be like to ride a horse through all that hubbub. What an exciting challenge and opportunity to find out what my Israeli-bred Quarter Horse thinks of the heart of our capital city!”

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What’s Your Opinion? – APHA Rule Change Proposals for 2016

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What’s Your Opinion? – APHA Rule Change Proposals for 2016

If you’ve ever complained about a decision made by your respective breed association or wish a new rule would be created, last summer, the American Paint Horse Association gave members the chance to submit rule change proposals and let their voices be heard. Now, the association is looking for input from its members on the list of the most recently submitted rule changes.

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Navigating a Sea of Stallions! – Choosing the Right Sire

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Navigating a Sea of Stallions! – Choosing the Right Sire

When it comes to seeking the best sire for our mares, this ancient philosophy still holds true: choosing the right cross by taking deliberate steps can make a huge difference in the future of our foals. However, with so many stallions to choose from, how do we navigate through the vast choices to apply intelligent execution?

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Leptospirosis in Horses

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Leptospirosis in Horses

Leptospirosis is a disease that can affect many species, including humans, dogs, livestock and horses. “Lepto” is caused by spiral-shaped bacteria called spirochetes. These pathogens are often found in wildlife populations, including rats and mice. The leptospires can survive in surface water, stagnant ponds, streams, or moist soil for long periods at mild temperatures. They are short-lived in cold or hot, dry weather.

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2014 Florida Gold Coast Has Concluded, 2015 Florida Gulf Coast Has Begun!

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2014 Florida Gold Coast Has Concluded, 2015 Florida Gulf Coast Has Begun!

Click on the links below to view results and photos and stay tuned to EquineChronicle.com as more are updated.

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Chafin Performance Horses – A New Twist on an Old Tradition

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Chafin Performance Horses – A New Twist on an Old Tradition

It’s always exciting to return home from a big show with a new horse or big prize, but this past year, Jim and Heather Chafin put a new twist on this tradition. When points were tallied at the end of this year’s Reichert Celebration, Jim Chafin won the High Point Trainer Award. Along with the honor, the Reichert family presented him with a brand new Smartcar. Jim recalls the event with his characteristic modesty. “It was pretty exciting,” he says. “I’m so grateful to the Reichert and my clients. I’m blessed to work with such great people and horses. It’s been a good year for our clients and us.”

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Happy New Year! View Top 10 Equine Chronicle.com Stories of 2014

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Happy New Year! View Top 10 Equine Chronicle.com Stories of 2014

2014 has been quite a year. Over the past 12 months, we’ve had the opportunity to report on stories both heartwarming and heart-wrenching.

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