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What’s New in the NICU?
The neonatal intensive care unit, or NICU, is that special place in a veterinary clinic where premature, critical, and newborn foals receive intensive, round-the-clock care. The NICU handles everything from breathing problems to heart conditions to disease and more. If a foal’s in trouble, it’s the place to be.
Expanding the Effort
I believe that, in their hearts, every true horseman would like to see the perceived need for equine slaughter eliminated, even those who support it as the only practical way to deal with “unwanted” horses in America. Now, a unique opportunity to do just this has presented itself thanks to an unparalleled expansion of the country’s equine rescue and sanctuary resources to save horses displaced due
Corneal Ulcers
I was wondering about corneal ulcers in horses. I have a 30-year-old horse that has lost eyesight in one eye from age, and I am treating him now for a corneal ulcer. I read your article on eye problems (November 2010 issue) and was wondering what medications are usually used for treating this problem. I know I am using (antibiotics) neomycin and polymyxin B and bacitracin, zinc ointment, and
Chronic Weight Loss
While there are numerous causes for weight loss, a methodical evaluation of these horses is more important than the lengthy list of possible diagnoses.
TCA to Auction Stallion Seasons
The 21st annual Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA) select stallion season auction will be held Jan. 8 at the Keeneland Entertainment Center in Lexington, Ky. The cocktail party-style event will begin at 6:30 p.m. with dinner and drinks followed by the auction at 8.
2010: A Year in Review
With 2010 officially in the books, TheHorse.com decided to take a look back at a year that was filled with developments in equine medicine, breakthroughs in horse health, and, of course, a few chuckles along the way. With a new year just beginning, five of our fabulous freelance writers took a few minutes to recall their favorite news events of 2010.
Bran Mash: What’s it Really Good For?
During the colder months, many horse owners go on a quest for wheat bran, probably so that they can make their four-legged friends a bran mash–a warm treat for horses on frosty winter days.
Beulah Park Racetrack Quarantined with Possible EHV Outbreak
A possible equine herpesvirus (EHV) outbreak has prompted quarantine measures to be implemented at Beulah Park in Ohio.
Hay Cubes as Alternative Forage Source
According to Kentucky Equine Research nutritionist Kathleen Crandell, PhD, hay cubes are an option to consider as an alternative forage source for horses. “The most popular types of forage cubes are made from coarsely chopped alfalfa hay, timothy hay, alfalfa/grass hay, whole corn plants, and alfalfa hay/whole corn plants,” said Crandell.
ELCR Strengthens Leadership Team
The Equine Land Conservation Resource (ELCR) has made strategic moves to strengthen the organization and its leadership team through the addition of two individuals to the board of directors, Ken Haddad of Florida and Susan Harding of Maryland, and one addition to the advisory council, Kentucky’s first lady Jane K. Beshear.
HSUS Releases 2010 Humane State Ranking
The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) has released its second annual “Humane State Ranking,” a comprehensive report rating all 50 states on a wide range of animal protection laws dealing with horses, pets, animal cruelty and fighting, farm animals, wildlife, and animals in research.
Stem Cells Improve Cartilage Repair for Arthritic Horses (AAEP 2010)
Osteoarthritis (sometimes called degenerative joint disease) is the most common cause of lameness in horses and currently there is no cure.1 However, researchers continue to improve available treatment methods. At the 2010 American Association of Equine Practitioners convention, held Dec. 4-8 in Baltimore, Md., Wayne McIlwraith, BVSc, PhD, DSc, FRCVS, Dipl. ACVS, director of the Orthopaedic
Horse Tip Daily aaep-20061 – Brianne Goutal on Watching Everyone
Brianne Goutal is one of the up and coming show jumpers in the world. She joins the Jumping Radio Show as a part time co-host
Horse Tip Daily aaep-20060 – Julie Fershtman on Equine Law
One of the most overlooked parts of any horse business is legal matters. Attorney Julie I. Fershtman is a specialist in equine law and helps
Stable Scoop Episode 122 – Horses of the Tournament of Roses Parade
Everybody loves a parade. Especially a big fancy one full of horses and flowers! For 120 years, the Pasadena Tournament of Roses parade has been
Horse Tip Daily 359 – Max Corcoran says Water, Bran and Oil
Max Corcoran, long time groom for International Eventer Karen O’Connor, discusses winter water, bran and oil. Listen in… Horse Tip Daily #359 – Show Notes