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Official “Retired from Racing” designation created for registered Thoroughbreds

Edited Press Release On February 27, The Jockey Club announced that it has amended a rule that previously allowed owners to sell their horses "without pedigree" once their racing careers...
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Infographic explains details of the European horse meat scandal

By now, you've likely heard about the horse meat scandal in Europe that was first uncovered in January 2013. DNA testing on prepared frozen foods in Ireland revealed that...
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Horseback riding for fitness promoted in new British Equestrian Federation program

A 2011 study found that a schooling ride of one hour, such as in a riding lesson, burned approximately 360 calories. Photo: Leslie PotterCould horseback riding be the latest...
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Farriers Assistance Program helps hoofcare professionals in times of need

Edited Press ReleaseThe American Association of Professional Farriers (AAPF) and Canadian Association of Professional Farriers (CAPF) Farriers Assistance Program is a grass roots program that allows the membership the...
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Treatment Options for Joint Inflammation

Ever hear of curcumin? It’s the active ingredient in the spice, turmeric, which has been used for centuries in Indian cooking, as well as in Ayurvedic medicine. It exhibits...