Parasite Resistance: Why You Can’t Continue to Ignore it
In the world of human medicine, you’ve likely heard about concerns of bacteria becoming increasingly resistant to antibiotics.1 It works like this: Each time a person takes an antibiotic, sensitive bacteria are killed. Resistant germs, however, are left to grow and multiply, ultimately creating a...
They give that to humans don’t they?
April Knudson, DVM, is an equine specialist with Merial Veterinary Services. She has a special interest in equine gastrointestinal health, infectious disease and lameness. She holds a doctor of veterinary medicine from the University of California-Davis. Below, she answers a question about th...
Top Eventer Knows the Value of Good Equine Health Care
Mention the words “Team Arthur” to any equine enthusiast remotely familiar with eventing and they’ll immediately know what you’re talking about. “Arthur,” with his handsome looks and striking presence, has been a crowd favorite since 2007 when the 17-hand Irish Thoroughbred gelding made his debut...
Merial Returns as Title Sponsor of AEC Advanced Division
The USEA is delighted to welcome back Merial to the list of sponsors for the 2012 Nutrena USEA American Eventing Championships. Returning to the Championships for a third year in a row, Merial proves to be an avid supporter of equestrian sports and the AEC. Thanks to Merial’s title sponsorship of...
Eight Facts About Equine Deworming: How Much Do You Know?
Deworm all your horses, do it on a frequent and regular schedule, and rotate your product choice through different classes of dewormers. Right?
Merial Returns As Title Sponsor of Advanced Class At 2011 USEA American Eventing Championships
For the second year Merial is returning as the title sponsor of the Advanced Class at the USEA American Eventing Championships. With Merial’s generous support $20,000 will be up for grabs in the Advanced Class at this year’s AEC.
You Could Be the Next ULCERGARD (omeprazole) Spokesperson
What if you could be the face and voice of a product you love and trust? And, at the same time, show your commitment to guarding horses against stomach ulcers? Now you can. Merial is looking for several new ULCERGARD® (omeprazole) spokespeople and you could be one of them. Simply share...
USEA Announces Merial As Title Sponsor of the $25,000 Advanced Class at the 2010 AEC
The USEA is excited to welcome back Merial as a sponsor of the 2010 American Eventing Championships and USEF Mandatory Outing. With Merial’s generous support, $25,000 will be awarded to the winner of the Advanced Class at the 2010 AEC.
Merial Sponsors Chincoteague Pony Herd
The Chincoteague pony herd is thought to be descended from animals aboard a wrecked 16th century Spanish ship, but today the herd is getting 21st century health care.
Quick Pain & Inflammation Survey
Our sponsors at Merial have offered this quick little survey on treating pain & inflammation in your horses. It only takes a few minutes and is completely anonymous - thanks for trying it!