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West Nile virus disease in equids (horses, mules, donkeys, and zebras)

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West Nile virus (WNV) is a mosquito-borne virus that can cause swelling and inflammation of the brain and spinal cord in horses, birds and humans. This fact sheet presents a summary about WNV in... More ≫

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West Nile virus (WNV) is a mosquito-borne virus that can cause swelling and inflammation of the brain and spinal cord in horses, birds and humans. This fact sheet presents a summary about WNV in Alberta and Canada, symptoms, treatment and protection of horses, donkeys and mules.

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Equine information documents : EID

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The Equine Information Document (EID) is a document that records the drug use and medical history of an animal for six months prior to slaughter. Not all veterinary products and supplements used... More ≫

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The Equine Information Document (EID) is a document that records the drug use and medical history of an animal for six months prior to slaughter. Not all veterinary products and supplements used in the equine industry are approved for use in equines intended for slaughter. Some of these substances may contain residues that make equine products unfit for consumption. To help ensure consumer confidence in safe Canadian equine products, any equine entering the food chain must be accompanied by an EID.

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Feeding the broodmare

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Mares are expected to grow a healthy foal inside them for 11 months and produce enough milk for that foal for up to 6 months. Furthermore, many mares are expected to raise healthy foals year after... More ≫

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Mares are expected to grow a healthy foal inside them for 11 months and produce enough milk for that foal for up to 6 months. Furthermore, many mares are expected to raise healthy foals year after year, requiring successful rebreeding while the previous year’s foal is still by her side. Because nutrition influences each stage of the broodmare’s production cycle, nutritional management may, in many ways, determine the success of the breeding program.

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Feeding working and performance horses

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The horse is an incredible athlete, excelling at both maximal sprinting, such as racing or rodeo events, and low-intensity, long duration activities, such as a 160-km endurance ride. Whether your... More ≫

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The horse is an incredible athlete, excelling at both maximal sprinting, such as racing or rodeo events, and low-intensity, long duration activities, such as a 160-km endurance ride. Whether your horses are competing at top levels or just being used for the occasional trail ride, they must be fed adequately to ensure optimal health and performance.

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Feeding the stallion

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Many consider the stallion to be the star of the breeding farm. Nationwide, millions of dollars are spent promoting and advertising stallions to attract suitable mare owners. In turn, mare owners... More ≫

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Many consider the stallion to be the star of the breeding farm. Nationwide, millions of dollars are spent promoting and advertising stallions to attract suitable mare owners. In turn, mare owners spend thousands of dollars on stud fees and shell out hundreds of dollars in veterinary care to prepare their mares for natural coverage or costly A.I. (artificial insemination) shipments. The stallion is expected to be in top health, physically fit and able to perform on demand when a mare arrives at the breeding shed or when semen is artificially collected. Nutrition certainly plays a key role in maintaining the health and condition of the stallion, before, during, and after the breeding season.

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Feeding and management considerations for horses

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Drought results in poor growing conditions for pastures, hay and grain crops. As a result, pastures often become overgrazed and feed prices skyrocket. A drought can definitely affect your feeding... More ≫

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Drought results in poor growing conditions for pastures, hay and grain crops. As a result, pastures often become overgrazed and feed prices skyrocket. A drought can definitely affect your feeding and management choices. The following are some management and feeding guidelines to help get you and your horses through a dry spell.

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Body condition scoring your horse

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Body condition scoring is a method of evaluating body fat in relationship to body musculature. The system developed by Dr. Don Henneke assigns a numerical value from 1 to 9 based on the deposition... More ≫

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Body condition scoring is a method of evaluating body fat in relationship to body musculature. The system developed by Dr. Don Henneke assigns a numerical value from 1 to 9 based on the deposition of fat on horses in the areas of the loin, ribs, tailhead, withers, neck and shoulders. The system works by assessing fat both visually and by palpation in each of these six areas. This body condition scoring system is a helpful management tool that can be used across breeds and by all horse people.

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Feeding young horses for sound growth

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Raising a foal can be both rewarding and challenging. You spent a great deal of time researching stallion prospects for breeding, invested money in stallion fees and patiently cared for your mare... More ≫

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Raising a foal can be both rewarding and challenging. You spent a great deal of time researching stallion prospects for breeding, invested money in stallion fees and patiently cared for your mare during her 11-month pregnancy. When the product of your efforts finally hits the ground in the spring, you hope the foal will grow up to be a strong, sound and athletic horse. Nutrition plays a significant role in producing a strong, sound horse. Your foal must receive a diet adequate in energy, protein, vitamins and minerals in order to grow properly and achieve its full genetic potential.

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