
Hendra Virus Found in Flying Fox in South Australia
Hendra has not been detected before in that state; horse owners are urged to take precautionary measures.

Hendra has not been detected before in that state; horse owners are urged to take precautionary measures.
Seeds from box elder trees were consistently present in the autumn pastures of all horses studied.
The video uses maps to help explain how equine influenza spread during the 2007 Australian outbreak.
Robin Fontenot, DVM, MS, will train students in large animal surgery through lectures and teaching labs.
Researchers are seeking horses for a study investigating resveratrol as a possible osteoarthritis treatment.
Horse owners can elect to obtain a six-month passport in lieu of a certificate of veterinary inspection.
The Brooke, a London-based international equine charity, will open a base in the United States.
Laurie Lawrence, PhD, of the University of Kentucky will receive funding for a two-year research project.
The event will provide a series of lectures and panel discussions on topics related to keeping riders safe.
The AVMA is undertaking a number of efforts to commemorate the association’s 150th anniversary.
Adam Chambers, DVM, has served as the commission veterinarian at Woodbine Racetrack since 2010.
The event will feature an educational speaker series for parents, novice horse owners, and advanced horsemen.
New chairman Claire Aldridge also serves as chairman of the equine health and welfare advisory committee.
The scoping report summarizes issues raised and comments received during the initial public scoping period.
Owners must provide health certificates to the La. State Veterinarian’s Office prior to the animal’s entry.
The agricultural census gathers vital information about U.S agriculture, including the horse community.
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