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|Articles|March 1, 2022
3 Must-reads for World Horse Day
Author(s)dvm360 Staff
Check out these 3 articles to help protect your equine patients.
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Today marks World Horse Day. To raise awareness and promote the safety of these wonderful animals, we are updating you on the latest equine news.
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From updates on the EHV-1 outbreak in California to the AAEP’s Equine Piroplasmosis guidelines, there is plenty to keep your equine patients happy and healthy. Enjoy!
The latest updates on the EHV-1 outbreak in California from the Equine Disease Communication Center : The Equine Disease Communication Center is currently monitoring the Equine Herpes Virus-1 (EHV-1) outbreaks that have been reported in several counties in California, urging people to take precautionary measures.Morris Animal Foundation research to focus on equine colic : Earlier this year, the Morris Animal Foundation selected 5 different studies to fund based on their ability to save equine lives.AAEP publishes Equine Piroplasmosis guidelines: The American Association of Equine Practitioners released its Equine Piroplasmosis guidelines to help veterinarians identify, control, and prevent this disease.
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