Latest News – The Horse
WSU Lecture: Assessing Equine Heart Murmur Significance
Veterinarians can earn 1 CE hour for attending the Nov. 6 webinar.
Eye Evaluation in Equine Prepurchase Exams
While not all eye anomalies are detrimental to vision, others can cause sale talks to cease.
Schofield Lecture features Equine Neurology Researcher
I.G. Joe Mayhew, BVSc, FRCVS, PhD, Dipl ACVIM, ECVN, will present the Nov. 14 lecture.
FEI Addresses Medical Chiefs on Equine Injury Surveillance
Yves Rossier, DVM, presented information on an FEI-funded study on equine injuries at a recent conference.
Understanding Equine Cataract Surgery
Many horses recover well from cataract surgery and retain vision in the affected eyes.
Ask the Vet LIVE: Equine Osteoarthritis Now Archived
Our experts answer your questions about preventing, treating, and managing equine OA.
Diagnosing and Treating Equine Glaucoma
It might have the same name, but equine glaucoma is a different animal than human glaucoma.
EHV-1 Confirmed in One Utah Horse, Suspected in Two
Two other horses residing at the same farm as the confirmed case were euthanized due to neurologic signs.
Bramlage: Rest Needed to Keep Horses Sound
“If horses start showing they need a rest, you need to give it to them or they will force you to,” he said.
Thoroughbred Aftercare One of Main Topics at Welfare Seminar
The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance was a main focus during a session entitled “Totally Aftercare.”
Equine Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative and career-compromising disease in horses.
Corticosteroids in Racehorses: Beneficial But Controversial
Corticosteroid use is controversial, but the medications are beneficial when used appropriately, one vet says.
WNV Identified in Georgia Horse
A horse residing in Ben Hill County tested positive for the virus, officials announced Oct. 17.
Education, Communication Can Improve Racehorse Safety
Educating trainers about the warning signs of catastrophic injury can help improve equine safety.
Hendra Quarantine in North Queensland Released
The quarantine was put in place in early September when a horse tested positive for the virus.
Physical Therapy for Horses
Dr. Erin Denney-Jones discusses how physical therapy can help horses heal post injury.
