Tag Archives: Equine Science
University of Guelph receives $2 million from the E.P. Taylor Equine Research Fund
Source: Ontario Veterinary College News
The University of Guelph has received $2 million from the E.P. Taylor Equine Research Fund to support clinical research in the health and performance of racehorses. The announcement was made Thursday during the second annual Equi-Challenge, which brings together some of Canada’s most notable equestrians.
“This generous gift is an investment in [...]
CONTAGIOUS EQUINE METRITIS (CEM) Import Requirements still in effect.
Notice to Industry
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CONTAGIOUS EQUINE METRITIS IMPORT REQUIREMENTS REMAIN IN EFFECT
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is reminding the Canadian equine industry that import requirements introduced in 2009 in response to an outbreak of contagious equine metritis (CEM) in the United States (U.S.) remain in effect. The requirements cover the certification of equine germplasm (semen and [...]
Pre vet students get some horse sense in Washington
Pre vet students get some horse sense
Posted: Apr 09, 2010 2:51 PM EDT
Finley, WA- Students considering becoming veterinarians are getting hands-on experience straight from the horse’s mouth.
Today graduates and current students of the equine science program at River View High School showed pre-vet students the way around a horse from head to tail.
River View is [...]
Mini-Vet School Offers Glimpse Into Veterinary Life
Horse owners, animal lovers and aspiring veterinarians can get a feel for what it’s like to be a veterinarian during the Ontario Veterinary College’s inaugural Mini-Vet School to be held at the University of Guelph next month.
Published Jan 26th, 2010
www.ovc.uoguelph.ca
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Horse Breeder’s Short Course being held in Kentucky
Time is running out to register!
The University of Kentucky amd the Gluck Research Center is sponsoring a Breeder’s Short Course, to be held Jan. 20-21, 2010, at the Fasig-Tipton Sales Pavilion in Lexington.
This course is designed for farm managers and owners of all horse breeds. The intent is to provide up-to-date information on all aspects of horse production.
Lectures from local and national speakers will hit on topics such as reproduction, nutrition, health, pasture management, economics, and marketing.
The cost of the short course is $50 per day, or $100 for both days.
A complete schedule and registration form is available to download at http://www.ca.uky.edu/gluck/NewsShortCourse.asp.
Emergency Response and Livestock Video
The Alberta Farm Animal Care Association has produced a great new emergency response and livestock video and first responder training available.
Posted in Education, Equine Science, Industry Resources, Uncategorized
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NEW! Stable Mangement Software
NEW! Stable management software from Business Infusions, the developer and marketer of the HVMS (Hospital & Veterinary Management System) software program.
National Veterinary Technician Week is coming!
Veterinary technicians are educated in the latest medical advances and skilled at working alongside veterinarians to give pets the best medical care possible. They work closely with the veterinarians, veterinary assistants, practice managers, patients, and owners to provide the essential link with all involved in the care process.
The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in [...]
NEW 2009 survey results! What to expect as a veterinary graduate
New Survey conducted by the American Vetinary Medical Association (AVMA) reveals what 2009 graduate student encountered when entering the workforce – this includes employment, starting salaries and edicational indebtedness.
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