FEW HORSE OWNERS INVOLVE VET IN PARASITE CONTROL

Vaccination and deworming are an integral part of horse health care routines, according to respondents in a recent survey, but only a fraction of owners consult their veterinarians when it comes to parasite control. The findings are part of the American Horse Publications nationwide online survey, conducted from Oct. 15, 2009, to Jan. 31, 2010, which resulted in more than 11,000 responses. The survey is the largest of its kind ever conducted in the United States. Continue reading…