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CL Davis Foundation
The C.L. Davis Foundation for the Advancement of Veterinary and Comparative Pathology is a 501(c)(3) organization. According to the organization’s Web site (www.cldavis.org), the Foundation
Herpesvirus Controversies
What are the areas of disagreement on, or incomplete understanding of, the neurologic form of equine herpesvirus-1? Sponsored by Fort Dodge Animal Health
Herpesvirus Multiple Outbreaks
Maureen Long, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, associate professor in the department of infectious diseases and pathology at the University of Florida, spoke during the seminar
Herpesvirus Immunity: Role of Pathogenesis, Prevention, and Protection
When we consider our goals in control of equine herpesvirus-1, owners and veterinarians want to to minimize respiratory disease, prevent abortion, and prevent myelitis (neurologic
Immunity and EHM
One of the biggest debates raging about equine herpesvirus meyloencephalopathy (EHM, the neurologic form of EHV-1) is whether there is a single mutant strain that
Reproductive System
A handy guide to the male and female reproductive tracts. Sponsored by the American Association of Equine Veterinary Technicians (AAEVT), Classic Medical, OCD Equine, and
Circulatory/Respiratory Systems
Anatomy and physiology of the circulatory and respiratory systems, which work together to fuel the horse’s body with oxygen. Also covers common problems such as
Digestive System
Form and function of the equine digestive system. Understanding the equine digestive system can make your horse healthier and give you fewer worries about gastric
Body Condition Score Poster
Sponsored by Platinum Performance
Underweight and Overactive
Sometimes it’s challenging to keep weight on a horse. A hyperactive horse might burn off too many calories to stay in optimum body condition, while an
Body Condition Scoring: A Better "Weigh"
We’ve all seen horses around the barn, on neighboring farms, or quite possibly in our own barn that are a little, shall we say–heavy. But
Tapeworms Uncovered
Why should you care about tapeworms or oribatid mites? Because the former can threaten your horse’s life, and he acquires them by eating the latter!
Appeals Court Ponders Michigan Abuse Case
Lawyers on both sides of a controversial horse abuse case appeared before the Michigan Court of Appeals on Jan. 13 seeking a decision on whether felony animal cruelty charges against James Henderson, Jr., and Matt Mercier should be
CEM Exposure: Idaho Investigates 4 Mares
Idaho is among 38 states tracing Quarter Horse and Paint horses that might have been exposed to contagious equine metritis (CEM).
Bill Barton, DVM, Idaho state veterinarian,
Downward Spiral Continues at Keeneland Sale
The Keeneland January horses of all ages sale continued its scary downward spiral during the second session of its six-day run in Lexington. The gross revenue Jan. 13 dropped 66.2% from a year ago while the average price fell 61.6%. The median
