Latest News – The Horse
AAEP 2012 — Looking Ahead
As we were driving home last week from Anaheim, Calif., I laid out my writing schedule for the next month to my husband. When I

2012 Equine WNV, EEE Case Totals Steady
At the most recent update, APHIS reported 609 equine WNV cases nationwide and 206 cases of equine EEE in 2012.
Equine Guelph to Offer Anatomy Course
The 12-week course will assist owners increasing their overall knowledge of horse anatomy and physiology.

Increased Scrutiny for BLM Mustang Sales
The changes respond to reports that an individual purchased numerous mustangs, then sold them for slaughter.

Look, Ma–No Shoes!
Study examines changes in toe angle and proximal hoof circumference without shoes.
APHF Offers Support to Therapeutic Riding Instructors
The American Paint Horse Foundation (APHF) will award $800 scholarships to PATH Intl. instructor candidates.
Nominations for 12th Equine Industry Vision Award Sought
The award is the first of its kind to showcase innovation, ingenuity, and service in the equine market.
Minnesota EHV-1: Large Animal Hospital Reopens
The UM Large Animal Hospital has discharged the final patients and reopened to business as usual.

N.Y. Racing Regulators Amend Medication Rules
Racing regulators amended rules on the use of clenbuterol and methylprednisolone acetate in Thoroughbreds.

Study: Suspensory Injuries Could be Linked to Excessive Extended Trot
Recent study results suggest a possible link between extended trot and risk for suspensory ligament injuries.

Lawsonia in Horses and Pigs
Dr. Connie Gebhart of the University of Minnesota’s Veterinary Diagnostics Laboratory shares her research of Lawsonia intracellularis in pigs and horse. The bacterium causes the intestinal disease equine proliferated enteropathy.
Public Comment Sought on Canadian Equine Code of Practice Draft
Stakeholders are asked to provide input so the code reflects a common understanding of equine care practices.

Preventing Fall and Winter Colic
Paying attention to equine management can go a long way to decrease colic incidence.
Any Questions?
Someone, who I regrettably wasn’t able to pinpoint, once said, “The stupidest question is the question that has not been asked.” Although I feel like

BLM Updates 2012 Fall/Winter Wild Horse Gather Schedule
Changes reflect a reprioritizing of gathers based on drought and diminishing food and water for horses.
Bacteria in Semen
Is there a bacterial component that can be present in stallion semen?



