
NSW DPI Contributes to Hendra Virus Research Program
The department’s research has provided data on when environmental contamination might lead to equine infection.


The department’s research has provided data on when environmental contamination might lead to equine infection.

Experts share their suggestions for marketing horses and ensuring a smooth and legal transaction.

Brooke USA hopes to provide water to thousands of working equids in Ethiopia.
The National Institute of Food and Agriculture has funded nearly 300 equine projects through the 2015-16 fiscal year.

University of Kentucky’s Dr. Barry Ball defines the high-risk pregnancy and its causes and offers management options. Learn about fescue toxicosis, umbilical torsion, premature placental separation, and more in this information-packed lecture.

Of the 362 respondents, 137 (38%) said they own or keep other types of livestock in addition to horses.
Dr. Amy Johnson of Penn Vet’s New Bolton Center offers advice on what to do (and not to do) if you suspect your horse has contracted Lyme disease.

Improving working equids’ health and welfare could help them work longer and better to the benefit of their owners.

A number of congenital or developmental problems can impair a foal’s vision. Here’s what to watch for.
Arizona’s first equine rabies case in seven years highlighted the need for education about the disease.

Find out how feeding recommendations and diets for performance horses have changed over the years.
The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance and Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation work to improve racehorse aftercare.

Elzinga hopes to gain a better understanding of mechanisms that could predispose a horse to developing laminitis.

Researchers found that test results should be interpreted differently for donkeys than they are for horses.

“Master Equine Educator” Teddy, a 19-year-old Thoroughbred, helped vet students learn about equine health.

The Bluegrass Equine Digest and other publications and campaigns garnered top awards.
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