Latest News – The Horse
Non-Neurologic EHV-1 Quarantine Released in Monterey Co.
The facility in Monterey County, Calif., has been under quarantine since mid-March.
Reward Offered in Georgia Horse Shooting Case
The Humane Society of Northeast Georgia received $5,000 from an anonymous donor to establish the reward.
Spring Pasture Management Tips
Putting horses out too soon can reduce the productivity of your pastures this coming summer and letting your horses graze too much can be dangerous to horse health. Here are some considerations to keep in mind before you open up the gates to the pasture.
Hendra Virus Update
In recent years, a deadly disease–hendra virus–has been making waves in the Australian equine industry.
Understanding Equine Sleep Deprivation
Sleep deprivation is an important, but not fully understood, equine health condition.
Rood & Riddle Auction of Zenyatta Halter Raises Over $6,400
The recent eBay auction brought $6,712.50 in a fundraising effort for the Bluegrass Chapter of the Red Cross.
California Horse Shooter Sought
Someone allegedly transported two horses to a rural location before fatally shooting the animals in the head.
Investigation into Georgia Horse Shootings Launched
A Tennessee Walking Horse sustained five gunshot wounds and a Quarter Horse sustained one gun shot wound.
Worth 1,000 Words
A relative of a friend of a friend was taking photographs at a horse show recently when she was informed by a representative of event
Processing High- and Low-Quality Semen in Horses (AAEP 2011)
Using cooled-shipped semen to breed mares is a common practice, but not all spermatozoa tolerate cooling well.
Balancing Risk and Vaccination
Consider your veterinarian’s advice, region, your horse’s history, and his use when selecting vaccines
Keeping Horses Safe During Thunderstorms
Many owners keep horses stalled during storms, but turning horses out to pastures might keep them safer.
Veterinarians Ready to Assist at Three-Day Event
No matter what type of competition is being held the health and well-being of the horse is of great concern.
Registration Open for Equine Guelph Biosecurity E-Session
Attendees will learn how to best protect horses by identifying risks of infectious disease.
Oklahoma Lowers Clenbuterol Limits for Racehorses
Clenbuterol is a bronchodilator, and it is used in horses with respiratory problems to open the airway.
Gallium Nitrate and Shedding (AAEP 2011)
Treatment of mares with oral gallium nitrate significantly reduced fecal concentrations of virulent R. equi.
