Latest News – The Horse
A (Patriotic) Day at the Races
The tenth anniversary of the Sept. 11 terror attacks was observed in an unsuspecting–and completely unplanned–manner at one New York racetrack. According to an article
Gluck Center Researchers Synthesize ITPP for UPenn
Gluck Center researchers have synthesized a certified reference standard for ITPP testing at UPenn’s request.
AAEP Names Thomas Hoyme, DVM, August Good Works Honoree
Hoyme provides low-cost health services and helps make “difficult decisions” for True Innocents Equine Rescue.
Risk Factors for Elimination During Endurance Rides Examined
Researchers examined which factors–such as lameness–prompt endurance horses’ elimination from competition.
FAA Investigates Mustang Gather Flyover Incident
Colorado officials are looking into an incident involving a small plane that interrupted a BLM mustang gather.
Horse Adoption/Rescue
How can you find the right horse to rescue or adopt? Our experts offer advice about rehomed horses.
Eyes Wide Open
A reader wanted more information about the line I drew between animal welfare and animal rights. It’s a somewhat arbitrary distinction that turns on my
Travel Documents: Know What You Need to Travel with Horses
Find out what veterinary documents you’ll need to secure before you travel with horses.
New Bolton Center Free Lecture on Botulism and Horses
On Oct. 4, the New Bolton Center will present “BoTox: Good for Your Wrinkles, Not Good for Your Horse.”
Thoroughbred Sire Awesome Again Returns to Adena Springs
Awesome Again returned home after undergoing colic surgery Sept. 13 at Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital.
Judge Backs Pharmacy in Veterinary Drug Compounding Case
The FDA can’t prevent Franck’s Compounding Laboratory from producing and selling compounded veterinary drugs.
UT EHV-1: No New Cases; Informational Forum Scheduled
No new EHV-1 cases have been confirmed at UT. The informational forum will take place Sept. 21 at 7:00 p.m.
New WNV Cases in California, EEE Cases in Wisconsin
Seven California horses have now tested positive for WNV, and an EEE case has been detected in Wisconsin.
Reminder to Vaccinate Horses against Mosquito-Borne Diseases
Pfizer Animal Health is encouraging horse owners and veterinarians to follow the AAEP vaccination guidelines.
UT Veterinary Medical Center Quarantined for EHV-1
An EHV-1 positive horse was admitted last week. No new cases have emerged at the medical center to date.
Insulin Sensitivity Changes in Pregnant Mares
Researchers recently set out to examine how pregnancy impacts insulin sensitivity and glucose levels.
