Equine fetal post-mortem guidelines for veterinarians
Around 5% of Thoroughbred mares in Australia lose their pregnancies each year, resulting in significant welfare, environmental and economic impacts across the Thoroughbred industry. These...
THOROUGHBRED HORSES
Healthy Land, Healthy Horses
33 pages
Published: 1 Dec 1998
Author(s): Stubbs, Arthur, Primary Tasks Pty Ltd
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The information contained will be of value to those involved with a range of horse
activities who have limited land available for housing their animals. A more widespread
understanding and implementation of sustainable, pasture based, grazing management for
horses will have long term benefits in more effective and sustainable land use, economy of
horse management and improved appearance of horse properties.
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