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18 TheHorse.com THE HORSE September 2017 "The key to being a successful horse owner is to choose an appropriate horse for your goals, skill level, and resources and have the support, knowledge, and understanding to properly care for your horse," she says. Least Risky A reputable rescue is usu- ally the safest bet for finding a bargain horse. "There are so many wonderful horses with amazing temperaments, smarts, personality, and charm who sim- ply need a good home, and many rescue organizations do great work to train horses to prepare them for new homes," says Eller. "Most rescue horses are up- to-date on vaccinations, dental care, and other veterinary needs. Equine rescues can also provide educational resources and share their knowledge of local service providers, and many rescue groups offer lifetime responsibility for their adoptees in the event that you are unable to care for the horse." Simply having the ability to return the horse reduces the risk, says Julia Wilson, DVM, Dipl. ACVIM, executive direc- tor of the Minnesota Board of Veteri- nary Medicine and the president of the Equitarian Initiative. She also suggests potential owners ask to see the horse's previous medical records if available, especially for continuity of care. Depend- ing on the state, the current owner might be required to give written permission for a potential new owner to access the records. Jennifer Williams, PhD, co-founder and president of Bluebonnet Equine Humane Society, in College Station, Texas, advises potential adopters to ask what veterinary and farrier care the organization has already provided for the horse; if he's cur- rent on his vaccinations and deworming and has a current negative Coggins test; if What Does a 'Free' Horse Cost? PART 1 Most rescue horses (offered for adoption) are up-to-date on vaccinations, dental care, and other veterinary needs." DR. NICOLE ELLER Does your horse like the taste of apples? FOR ORAL USE IN HORSES 4 WEEKS OF AGE AND OLDER. EQUIMAX® (ivermectin/praziquantel) Paste should not be used in other animal species as severe adverse reactions, including fatalities in dogs, may result. Do not use in horses intended for human consumption. Swelling and itching reactions after treatment with ivermectin paste have occurred in horses carrying heavy infections of neck threadworm (Onchocerca sp. microfilariae), most likely due to microfilariae dying in large numbers. Not for use in humans. Ivermectin and ivermectin residues may adversely affect aquatic organisms, therefore dispose of product appropriately to avoid environmental contamination. Trademarks belong to their respective owners. Who knew an apple flavor can be a game changer in the deworming fight? Equimax ® is palatable and makes it easy to administer the full dose. So you are sure to treat your horse effectively each time. His instinct tells him he is an Equimax ® Horse! For more information, visit our websites bimedaequine.com and equimaxhorse.com . Consult your Veterinarian to determine the best deworming program for your horse.