Latest News – The Horse
Gilsenan Joins Virginia Tech Vet School Teaching Faculty
William Gilsenan joins the Virginia veterinary college as a clinical instructor of large animal medicine.
Paynter ‘Walking Comfortably,’ Bloodwork OK
Haskell Invitational winner Paynter, who was diagnosed with laminitis Sept. 4, was “walking comfortably.”
Monitoring Hay Trends
With hay stocks down and prices headed up, what should horse owners do? Be proactive and secure hay now for the rest of this year and early next year.
Long-term Clenbuterol Use in Horses Studied
While the drug initially reduced airway sensitivity, long-term use seems to result in reduced effectiveness.
‘Gaited’ Gene Mutation and Related Motion Examined
Researchers have identified and are studying a gene mutation linked to altered gait in horses.
Search for Horses Displaced by Isaac Continues
Disaster response teams in Louisiana offer immediate help for horses lost during Hurricane Isaac.
EQUUS Foundation Grants Scholarships for AAEP Students
The EQUUS Foundation has granted the AAEP Foundation funds for graduate-level student scholarships.
Ninth West Nile Virus Case Reported in Kentucky
A 5-year-old Tennessee Walking Horse with a West Nile virus vaccination history was euthanized on Sept. 3.
Equine Temporohyoid Osteoarthropathy Studied
Researchers looked at common signs, diagnostics, and treatments for equine temporohyoid osteoarthropathy.
How to Bandage a Horse’s Leg with Vetrap
Learn how to properly bandage a wound on a horse’s leg using padding and Vetrap with Dr. Isabelle Kilcoyne of the University of California, Davis.
Next 24 Hours ‘Critical’ in Case of Racehorse Paynter
Ailing Haskell Invitational winner fights infected catheter after receiving treatment for fever
Additional Case of EEE Confirmed in Wisconsin
An additional case of Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) has been confirmed in Wisconsin.
New Mexico Track to Enforce Strict Drug Guidelines
Ruidoso Downs chairman says serious drug offenders will be banned from the track’s property starting in 2013.
Freestyle Medals Awarded at Para-Equestrian Games
The Para-Equestrian Dressage at the Paralympic Games closed with the freestyle competition.
Ask the Vet LIVE: Equine Cushing’s Disease (PPID), Sept. 18
During this live event, our experts will answer your questions about caring for the Cushingoid horse.
TLAER Founder, Primary Instructor to Retire in 2013
Tomas Gimenez, Dr.Med.Vet, will retire in 2013 after a career of improving large animal rescue techniques.
