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Strategic Plan for Racehorse Safety in Works
The National Thoroughbred Racing Association is formulating a “strategic plan” for equine health and safety and will seek support from various industry organizations when the document is released, probably in early fall.
NTRA president and
Two Vet Clinic Workers Positive for Hendra Virus
Two of the people exposed to horses infected with Hendra virus at Redlands Veterinary Clinic in the Australian state of Queensland have contracted the zoonotic disease, according to a report published by The Australian.
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Federal Ban on Equine Transport via Double-Decker Introduced
The use of double-decker trailers to transport horses for any purpose would be banned nationwide if a new bill recently introduced into the U.S. House of Representatives becomes law. But some equine welfare advocates say the bill is flawed.
Carpal Spavin Surgery, Fine-Tuned
Several years ago, Spencer Barber, DVM, Dipl. ACVS, of the Western College of Veterinary Medicine, achieved a first in equine surgery when he developed a successful arthrodesis (surgical fusion) technique for treating a debilitating arthritic
Tail Blocking Gone Wrong
No one likes a rebellious horse, particularly in the show ring, and excessive tail swishing or wringing is often penalized by judges as a sign of resistance. To avoid this penalty, or simply to ensure low tail carriage, trainers and exhibitors
Backordered Guaifenesin Available through Compounding Pharmacy
Wedgewood Pharmacy is now offering Guaifenesin, as the drug is currently on manufacturer backorder.
Guaifenesin is a centrally acting muscle relaxant that is commonly used by veterinarians during surgery as a pre-anesthetic.
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Two Kentucky Tracks Ban Toe Grabs on Racehorse Shoes
Officials at Keeneland and Turfway Park announced July 17 a new shoe policy banning the use of toe grabs. The policy is effective at both racetracks beginning Sept. 1.
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West Virginia Track Resumes Shipping, Racing
Officials at Charles Town Races and Slots are again allowing horses to come and go after test results indicated that a sick horse on the property does not have equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1).
“Everything is back to normal,” said Dickie Moore,
Understanding the USEF Equine Drugs and Medications Program
The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is the national governing body for equestrian sport and is a member of the U.S. Olympic Committee. The USEF is responsible for enforcing the rules of 27 breeds and disciplines. Formerly this
Horse Owners Cautioned about Hardy Toxic Plant
With cases reported already this year, horse owners are being cautioned about a toxic plant that flourishes during drought and in overgrazed conditions.
Readers Respond: Accident Prone
More than 1,000 readers of TheHorse.com responded to a poll asking, “Has there been an accident involving horses on your farm?”
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Cavallo’s Pink Simple Boot
Cavallo is making a significant contribution to the British Columbia Children’s Hospital. Five Dollars from the worldwide sales of every pair of pink Simple Boots is going directly to cancer research for kids.
Enhanced Hoof Protection Insoles
Cavallo Horse & Rider Inc. has developed the Enhanced Hoof Protection (EHP) insoles that make the transition from metal shoes to booting easier.
Ride Fly-Free Mask
Cavallo?s new Ride Fly-Free Mask is uniquely designed for use while riding. It simply attaches to all types of bridles, snaffles, doubles or hackamores. Use it with draw reins, martingales, or bosals to deliver natural protection while providing
Sarcoids Beware: Electrochemotherapy in Horses ‘Highly Effective’
In an effort to find a cure for sarcoids, common skin tumors in horses, a group of researchers have spent the past 15 years developing electrochemotherapy (ECT)–a treatment modality that uses a combination of chemotherapeutic drug administratio
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