Texans are no strangers to snakes, especially during the summertime when many of them are out and about. Copperhead, Coral, Cottonmouth, and Rattler: these are the names given to the four species of venomous snakes in Texas. It is a good idea to educate others as well as yourself about these snakes, and how...
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Venemous Snakes of Texas
Keeping Your Horse Cool
Cool as a cucumber … but what if you are a horse! Summer heat and humidity can be a dangerous combination for active horses.
“Heat and humidity affect the horse, and with intense exercising, the excess heat has difficulty dissipating,” notes Dr. Glennon Mays, clinical associate professor at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine...
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Latest Round of Endorsements for the AHC’s Welfare Code of Practice
The American Horse Council (AHC) is pleased to announce the American Saddlebred Horse Association, Appaloosa Horse Club, Harness Horsemen International, Kentucky Horse Council, North American Trail Ride Conference, and the National Reined Cow Horse Association have recently endorsed the Welfare Code of Practice.
“As demonstrated by this latest round of endorsements, the National Welfare Code...
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Tips to Make Traveling with Pets Easier This Summer
Vacation season is here! For most people this usually involves long car rides or transportation via airplane. However, not everyone can part with their beloved pets and would rather bring them along.
If you are planning on taking your pet on an airplane the best thing to do is to first check with your airline...
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2010 AHC National Issues Forum Focused on the Impact of Equine Diseases
This year’s American Horse Council’s National Issues Forum focused on infectious equine diseases and the impact those diseases have on our horses’ welfare and our industry’s health. The annual meeting was held from June 20 to 23 and also included a Trails Forum, the annual Congressional Ride-In, AHC committee meetings, and a Congressional Reception.
The...
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