In our latest blog articles, we delve into the unique aspects of horse ownership in Colorado, exploring topics ranging from the region’s diverse equestrian communities to the challenges and rewards of caring for horses in the Rocky Mountain state. Gain insights into local regulations, scenic trail recommendations, and expert tips tailored to horse enthusiasts navigating the distinct landscape of Colorado.
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Stem Cells as a Potential Future Treatment for Equine Asthma
Read more: Stem Cells as a Potential Future Treatment for Equine AsthmaThe study could one day help horses and even humans suffering from asthma utilizing biologic therapy. Asthma usually ends a horse’s athletic career, but stem cell therapy could be a promising treatment option in the future. Heaves is a disease that can leave a horse struggling to breathe. It can end athletic careers and even…
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Making ‘true’ equine IVF a reproducible success
Read more: Making ‘true’ equine IVF a reproducible successBy: Katherine Unger Baillie | Kbaillie@Upenn.Edu Assisted reproduction has become an invaluable technique for horse owners hoping to pass on to another generation the characteristics of cherished and successful animals. But for decades, one of the most common methods used in assisted reproduction in humans and other animals—standard in vitro fertilization (IVF)—has been stubbornly difficult to…
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Congratulations to Littleton Equine Medical Center (LEMC) on the Purchase of the Colorado Horse Park
Read more: Congratulations to Littleton Equine Medical Center (LEMC) on the Purchase of the Colorado Horse ParkA message from Dr. Kelly Tisher at Littleton Equine Medical Center: “We are thrilled to announce our purchase of the CO Horse Park! This venue has been and will continue to be such an asset to our Colorado Equestrian Community. Over the next few years, our plan is to create a world class equine clinic…
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New & Improved Horse Microchip Look Up Website
Read more: New & Improved Horse Microchip Look Up WebsiteMicrochips are extremely important for keeping your horses safe. Many animals reunite with their owner’s thanks to their chips. A microchip is a great way to guarantee the identity and facilitate fair competition. The American Horse Council and AHC Foundation are happy to support this through two different programs. First, thanks to the great support…
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American Horse Council is giving away a John Deere S240 Riding Mower!
Read more: American Horse Council is giving away a John Deere S240 Riding Mower!The American Horse Council (AHC), the voice of the horse industry in Washington, D.C, is announcing their Member Appreciation Giveaway. Thanks to a gracious donation from their partners, Equine Discounts, the American Horse Council will be giving away a John Deere S240 Riding Mower to one lucky winner. Any person or organization that is a…
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World’s First Successfully Cloned Endangered Przewalski’s Horse Now Learning the Language of Wild Horses
Read more: World’s First Successfully Cloned Endangered Przewalski’s Horse Now Learning the Language of Wild HorsesScience of Managing Wildlife Applied to Increase Species’ Genetic Diversity SAN DIEGO (Sept. 26, 2022) – Kurt—the world’s first successfully cloned Przewalski’s horse—is thriving at his home at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park and learning the language of being a wild horse from Holly, a young female of his own species. Kurt and Holly’s pairing…
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Colorado Equine Health Alert : West Nile Virus
Read more: Colorado Equine Health Alert : West Nile VirusMultiple horses in multiple counties of Colorado have tested positive for the West Nile Virus. For more information about West Nile Virus go to: WNV factsheet. Get more information on this event and other outbreaks at EDCC here: https://equinediseasecc.org/alerts
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Deadly Equine Disease Kills horses in Colorado
Read more: Deadly Equine Disease Kills horses in ColoradoCAÑON CITY, Colo. – Wild horses at the Wild Horse facility in Canon City have been infected with an unknown yet highly contagious and sometimes fatal disease. The BLM is working with local, state and federal officials to determine the exact cause of death of nearly 150 horses so far since the outbreak began April 23.…
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Bees and Horses, How to Coexist
Read more: Bees and Horses, How to CoexistIf you are struggling with bees bothering your horses this spring like I am, I feel your frustration! Nothing has bloomed yet, we are having loads of warm days in between the snowstorms, and the bees are HUNGRY AND CONFUSED! My issues with the bees started extra early this year, in late February. Not to…
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Colorado Equine Health Alert : Equine Influenza
Read more: Colorado Equine Health Alert : Equine InfluenzaA horse at a private facility in Jefferson County started displaying signs of Equine Influenza on 2/20/2022 and was confirmed to be affected by the disease by an attending veterinarian. At this time only 1 horse is affected although 6 at the facility have been exposed. The horse was purchased at a sale and developed…
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Una moved to Colorado in 2007 and started the Colorado Horse Forum as a way to meet other equestrians in the area. Una now rides and competes in dressage. She operates a small dressage horse breeding program in Castle Rock.
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