
State-of-the-Art Imaging Techniques Reviewed
Learn how computed tomography (CT), MRI, and nuclear scintigraphy can help vets diagnose issues within horses’ bodies.


Learn how computed tomography (CT), MRI, and nuclear scintigraphy can help vets diagnose issues within horses’ bodies.

Measuring equine stress isn’t as easy as it might sound, one researcher said. Here’s a review of the current techniques.

Colorado officials confirmed several additional VS, while the number of quarantines in Texas continues to decrease.
Speakers encouraged attendees to take what learned back to the industry to help improve upon the emergency rescue success rate.

The Thoroughbred trainer faces suspensions in California and New York after one of his horses tested positive for a drug containing and/or capable of metabolizing into oxazepam, a sedative.

Ontario officials say it’s unclear whether the horse is affected by the neuropathogenic or non-neuropathogenic strain.

Researchers found the muzzles reduced horses’ grass consumption by 30% but did not impact the animals’ forage choice.

Officials recommend that horse owners consult their veterinarians to discuss appropriate vaccination.
The older mare was found with a broken jaw and an injury to her left hind leg.
Personnel from the Miami-Dade County Police Department’s Agricultural Patrol and the South Florida Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals have removed 10 horses from an illegal slaughterhouse in Southwest Miami-Dade, Florida.

Deciding when to move your horse is a subjective decision, but here are a few factors to consider that could influence your choice.

The 24-year-old stallion died Oct. 7 while recovering from surgery to treat neck-arthritis-related conditions.

The International Jumping Riders Club and the International Dressage Riders Club will work closely with the FEI to expand the Olympic disciplines of jumping and dressage.
The blaze claimed the lives of 10 ponies residing near the Oldham and Shelby county line in Kentucky on Oct. 6.

The Blood-Horse‘s editor-in-chief shares his thoughts on racehorse drug testing and penalties for violations.

One veterinarian suggests using a combination of careful planning, management, screening, and education to help reduce racehorses’ risk of sustaining catastrophic fractures.
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