Latest News – The Horse
Head and Neck Position’s Effects on Horse Behavior Studied
Researchers identified more behavioral signs of discomfort in horses with heads held behind the vertical.
Fontenot Joins Virginia Tech as Large Animal Surgery Instructor
Robin Fontenot, DVM, MS, will train students in large animal surgery through lectures and teaching labs.
Horse Keeping Observations from Australia
Some of you may have noted from my recent blogs that I traveled to Australia this past November. I was invited to be the keynote
Hendra Virus Protection Adopted by Equine Veterinarians
Protective equipment use and disease awareness likely reduced human infections during recent outbreaks.
Loose Stools in Old Age
My old gelding is generally healthy, but lately he developed loose stools. Is there something I’m missing?
Participants Sought for Study on Resveratrol’s Effects on Hock Lameness
Researchers are seeking horses for a study investigating resveratrol as a possible osteoarthritis treatment.
Hoof Radiographs’ Role In Practical Farriery (AAEP 2012)
One vet says radiographs can help in assessing a horse’s feet and developing a plan to maximize soundness.
5 Things You need to Know: Stallion Fertility
Learn important facts about stallion fertility from equine reproduction expert Ed Squires, MS, PhD, Dipl. ACT, executive director of the Gluck Equine Research Foundation and director of equine programs at the University of Kentucky in Lexington.
Permit Allows Va. Owners to Move Horses throughout Southeastern States
Horse owners can elect to obtain a six-month passport in lieu of a certificate of veterinary inspection.
International Equine Welfare Organization Opens Kentucky Office
The Brooke, a London-based international equine charity, will open a base in the United States.
Personal Disaster Preparedness, Part 1
Experts seem like they are always giving dire warnings of the consequences of not having a disaster plan. The wildfires in Tasmania this week are
Necropsies Ordered in Aqueduct Racehorse Deaths
The order comes following the fourth catastrophic injury at the track since the current meet began on Dec. 12.
Equine Feed Oat Project Awards Inaugural Oat Research Grant
Laurie Lawrence, PhD, of the University of Kentucky will receive funding for a two-year research project.
Detailed Instructions to Mate Mares Postpartum (AAEP 2012)
Several important factors must be considered before deciding whether to breed a mare on a foal heat.
Univ. of Wisconsin Acquires Dynamic Endoscope
This dynamic endoscope is currently the only such tool in the state of Wisconsin, the school reported.
