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This is part of the EquineU.com Anatomy Physiology course to be released soon. In this lesson, Dr. De Vos gives an overview of the equine skeletal system. The axial skeleton and regions of the spinal column are discussed. Links to our product recommendations can be found at:http://www.equineu.com/supplies/Please let us know what you think by commenting on this post.

In this quick video, you will learn about body cavities in the horse. This is a small portion of the Horse Anatomy and Physiology Lessons we are presenting.

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Help Raise Awareness for Home Barn Preparedness September is National Preparedness Month. EquineU.com is inviting all equestrian related businesses, bloggers and horse owners to participate in the Raise Awareness for Home and Barn Preparedness campaign. Go to www.equineU.com for more information and emergency planning workbook.About National Preparedness Month National Preparedness Month is a nationwide coordinated effort sponsored by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security each September to encourage Americans to take simple steps to prepare for emergencies in their homes, businesses and schools. More information is available at www.ready.gov.

In this episode Dr. De Vos discusses the common terms used by horse owners to describe the anatomy of a horse. Visit Boot Barn

In this episode, Dr. De Vos explains the basic anatomical directional terms used with horses and other animals.

This show was originally posted in 2007, but it is a great show, so please enjoy.Ange Finn, author of The In-Gate: A Parent’s Guide to Horse Shows http://www.theingate.com Music for this show, courtesy of the Podsafe Network. Artist: Jim Fiddler Title: Merrigan's Reel Click Here

www.equineU.com Click Here to view complete show notes and links Episode Topics: Rancher rides across America on horseback, the AAEP has added new horse owner articles, National Animal Identification System article, Ford recalls diesel trucks, How-to: Bandaging a Wound. CLICK HERE TO VIEW VIDEO IN FLASH FORMAT (loads quickly) Player below requires QuickTime.  To download free QuickTime click here.

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Take Our Survey Click Here According to a recent study, potential for injury while riding horses is on par with rugby and is riskier than car racing, motorcycle riding, football and skiing. Riding was also found to have the highest mortality rate of all sports. www.ucalgary.ca/news/newsmakers/research Equine Influenza www.avma.org/public_health/influenza/default.asp#equine Healthy Horses Workshop. Designed for horse owners and equine caregivers, the Healthy Horses Workshop features veterinary experts delivering the latest advances in horse health. "David O'Connor: A Revealing Look Into the Makings of a Champion" www.aaep.org/healthy_horses.htm Enter to Win a Free Day of Horse Health Education with AAEP Veterinarians! High School & College Students only, see website for details. www.aaep.org/HHWorkshop_experience.htm Equine Legal Solutions Horse Law Blog www.equinelegalsolutions.com/blog.html Southern California Fires Make donations to the American Assoc. of Equine Practitioners Foundation. www.aaep.org/foundation_designated_gift.htm American Veterinary Medical Association Foundation http://secure.entango.com/donate/QF49DRBwTtZ Information on the Southern California fires. www.fire.ca.gov www.TheHorse.com This episode is sponsored by www.thoroughlybred.com.

In this podcast: News about the Women Luv Horses event, Ange Finn author of The In-Gate, Equestrian Injury Study from Canada, Healthy Horses Workshop to be held in Fort Collins, Colorado, Barn Fire in Kentucky kills 24 horses, Safety Tip – Wildfires, Our Featured Rescue Organization is Wasatch Humane of Utah. Links from this show, just click on the name to view more information The In-Gate Website Equestrian Injury Study Article AAEP’s Healthy Horses Workshop Barn Fire Safety Wildfire Safety – Cal Fire Wasatch Humane website Music for this show courtesy of the Podsafe Music Network. Artist: Jim Fidler Title: Merrigans Reel Click Here for more info

This is an interview with Lynn Palm, accomplished equestrian and founder of "Women Luv Horses" three day retreat to be held May 18-20th in Concord, North Carolina. Lynn shares her inspiration for the event and some great advice for people just getting involved with horses. Links from this show Lynn Palm's website Music for this show courtesy of  the Podsafe Music Network. Artist: Jim Fidler  Title: Merrigans Reel  Click Here for more info

Horse News, Safey Tip - Preventing Barn Fires, Product & Website Review, Featured Organization Links for this episode  American Association of Equine Practitioners Horse Owner Page Cup of Comfort - Call for Horse Stories Rabid Racoon in Virginia Unwanted Horse Coalition Barn Fire prevention by NASD Understanding your horses feet - equinefeet.com Buy Fly Predators Integral Horse - Dr. Karen Hayes for iTunes, no sign in required. Horse Emergency Evacuation Team - San Luis Obispo County, CA

EquineU.com is open for business. Find information, online courses, purchase supplies and more. Register on the website for newsletters and more. Rescue and Disaster organizations send an email to info@equineU.com to receive a referral code. Help keep your community safe and make money for your group. Click Here Links to articles & information from this show. Animal Evacuation Drill in Orange County Seminar, "Ready For Your First Horse?" Virginia -Sixth Horse Tests Positive for Equine Herpes Virus Article Virginia Dept. of Ag Horse Slaughter Prevention Bill contact your senator or representative. Horse Trailer Safety Articles from Equus Magazine Horse Trailer Floorboard Safety Check General Horse Trailer Safety Product Review Vista Print  Farnam Slick'N Easy Grooming Block

Episode 4 Celebrate heart month by learning about the horse heart and diseases of the equine heart.  Farewell to Barbaro, a great horse.  In the news this week: Horse slaughter prevention bill opposed by the members of the House Committees on Agriculture and Energy and Commerce, Georgia animal neglect case, CA emergency response team and nude jogger in CA park. Horse health podcast. In the News Links Update on the Horse Slaughter Prevention Bill We found a new site with tons of info on this issue and links to contact your senator or representative.  Check out the list of people opposing the bill. Georgia animal neglect case - to help the horses send donations to Equine Impound Program; Office of Equine Health, Room 143; 19 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive; Atlanta, GA 30334. Checks should be made payable to "Georgia Department of Agriculture" with "Equine Impound Program" on the check's memo line. Emergency Response Team at UC Davis Download PDF from UC Davis Nude jogger startling horseback riders Product Reviews We would like to talk about your products in our podcast.  Contact us by email at info@equineU.com or phone 305-517-PONY or 305-517-7669.