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Hurricane Dolly’s Deluge Causes Flooding
Hundreds of people were forced out of homes and campgrounds by flooding caused by torrential rainfall from the remnants of Hurricane Dolly. Two people were reported still missing Monday.
The National Weather Service posted flash flood
West Nile Incidence and Vaccination, 1999-2007
West Nile virus (WNV), an arbovirus endemic in North America, is the causative agent of West Nile equine encephalomyelitis (WNEE) and an important consideration in the differential diagnosis of horses with signs of neurologic disease. West
Racing Industry Commentary: Long-Term Care
On Derby Day 2008 shock waves traveled through the Thoroughbred world. A talented filly named Eight Belles finished second in the Kentucky Derby but after the finish, the filly stumbled and was euthanized on the track in front of more than
Equine Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation Facility Opens in Ocala
We all know how good a massage feels, and that low-impact exercise like water aerobics can help improve our health and fitness. Horses in Central Florida can now experience the same wellness benefits with a new sports therapy and rehabilitation
Olympic Equestrian Arrangements are Years in the Making
The decision to hold the equestrian competitions of the 2008 Beijing Olympics in Hong Kong continues to be a topic of interest and debate. The events were moved because competition organizers sought to minimize the risk o
Rabies in Several States Prompts Vaccination Warnings
In a brief survey of online news, there have been reports of rabies in Florida, Idaho, Kentucky, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Missouri, New Hampshire, and Texas this year. Many of these reports were humans encountering rabid wild animals that were
First Batch of Olympic Horses Arrives in Hong Kong
The first batch of more than 200 horses taking part in next month’s Olympic equestrian events arrived in Hong Kong on Saturday (July 26) to begin their acclimatization to the city’s tropical heat, organizers said.
Upon their arrival, the
Horse Finds Help in California Fire
When a horse lost amid the 3,043-acre Mill, Calif., fire happened upon a band of tired firefighters July 15, it was the most fortuitous encounter of his life. The firefighters, local veterinarian Sheri Cronin, DVM, and John Madigan, DVM, MS,
Sarcoid-Causing Virus Harbored by Circulating Blood Cells
Aggressive research efforts to discover how the sarcoid-causing bovine papillomaviruses (BPV) are spread either within or between horses have resulted in the identification of BPV genetic material (DNA) in circulating blood cells.
New Federal Horse Slaughter Bill Introduced
Legislation introduced July 23 to the U.S. House of Representatives Judiciary Committee addresses the horse slaughter issue by linking the practice to animal cruelty and leaving enforcement to federal authorities.
National Fundraiser Designed to Help Equine Rescues
On Sunday, Oct. 19, riders and walkers will take to trails across the country for the National Rescue Ride, a nationwide effort to help horse rescues. For at least one rescue,
Mule Infected with EIA Reported in Ohio
A mule in Central Ohio was recently euthanized after testing positive for equine infectious anemia (EIA), according to the Ohio Department of Agriculture.
The Pickaway County farm has been quarantined for 60 days in accordance with Ohio law
Eventer Hoy Cleared on Abuse Charges
Three-time Olympic equestrian gold medalist Andrew Hoy was cleared July 24 on charges of abusing a horse.
The Australian and Dutch eventer Madeleine Brugman, whom he trains, had been accused by the F?d?ration Equestre
ReRun Opens Offices at Monmouth Park
Monmouth Park Racetrack has provided office space to ReRun, a nonprofit group that provides care and rehabilitation to off-the-track Thoroughbreds while awaiting adoptive homes.
SmartPak Serves 150 Millionth Equine Supplement
Just a year and a half after they celebrated their 100 millionth SmartPak served, SmartPak Equine has reached the 150 million mark.
The patented SmartPak supplement feeding system has been adopted by thousands of barns and horse owners
37-Year-Old Competitive Trail Horse Update: Summer Vacation
Like school kids everywhere, Elmer Bandit, the 37-year-old Half Arabian gelding who is closing in on a world record for lifetime competitive trail miles, is enjoying a summer vacation.
Elmer’s lifetime miles stand at 20,360, which is 350
