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Murray State University Takes Precautions Against Spread of Equine Herpesvirus

Kimberly S. Brown April 9, 2008

One horse at the Murray State University Equine Unit in Murray, Ky., has tested positive for equine herpesvirus myeloencephalopathy caused by equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1), according to Rusty Ford, equine programs manager with the Kentucky

Illinois House Passes Equine Transport Bill

Pat Raia April 9, 2008

A proposed measure to prohibit the transport of horses in double-decker trailers in Illinois took a step toward becoming law on Tuesday when the state House of Representatives passed HB4162. The vote was 80 to 29.

The approved bill moves

31 Dead Horses Found on Kentucky Farm; Improper Disposal Charges Filed

Edited Press Release April 9, 2008

The Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA) has filed charges against the owner of a Rowan County, Ky., farm where state and local authorities found 31 dead horses on Tuesday.

Farm owner Don Miller is charged with violating state law

Readers Respond: Pinching Pennies

Erin Ryder April 9, 2008

More than 1,100 readers of TheHorse.com responded to a poll asking, “What are you doing to save money on the farm this year?”

Kentucky’s EIA Surveillance in 2007

Equine Disease Quarterly April 9, 2008

During the 2007 calendar year, 128,912 serum samples were tested for equine infectious anemia (EIA) in Kentucky. Private testing accounted for 111,607 samples. These samples were collected and tested to comply with state regulations governing th

American Horse Council Names New Legislative Director

Edited Press Release April 9, 2008

Ben Pendergrass recently joined the American Horse Council (AHC) and will serve as the group’s new legislative director.

Pendergrass came to the AHC after serving as a legislative aide to Senator Pete V. Domenici of New Mexico for

Risk Factors for Gastric Ulcers in Thoroughbreds

Christy M. West April 9, 2008

Up to 86% of Australian Thoroughbred racehorses have been reported to have gastric ulcers. Many factors can contribute to ulcers, and researchers at Murdoch University set out to determine which ones were the most significant for this population

Controversial Massachusetts Horse Case Pushed Back to May Date

Pat Raia April 8, 2008

The controversial Massachusetts animal cruelty case involving a geriatric mare that some animal welfare advocates maintain should be euthanized was continued to May 6 during a pre-trial hearing today in Uxbridge District Court.

“We’re

Fire Ants and Horses

Equine Disease Quarterly April 8, 2008

Fire ants deliver a simultaneous bite and sting that are very painful and give them their infamous name. The threat of fire ants to healthy, ambulatory adult animals is fairly minimal. However, fire ants can be a significant threat to recumbent

Pfizer, American Paint Horse Association Partnering

Edited Press Release April 8, 2008

The American Paint Horse Association (APHA) recently announced that Pfizer Animal Health will be a 2008 Corporate Sponsor.

As part of Pfizer’s relationship with APHA, the company plans to host an educational seminar on equine health and

Storm Cat Experiencing Drop in Fertility

The Blood-Horse Staff April 8, 2008

Storm Cat, for years the No. 1 Thoroughbred stallion, has been experiencing difficulties impregnating his mares this breeding season at the Young’s family’s Overbrook Farm near Lexington. Fewer than half of the 31 mares that the 25-year-old

Refrigerator Recall Includes Some Horse Trailer Units

Edited Press Release April 8, 2008

A recall of certain refrigerators manufactured by Dometic includes units used in some horse trailers, according to a manufacturer’s notice. The defective refrigerator units were manufactured between April 1997 and May 2003 and are designed for

Farrier Appreciation Week in July

Edited Press Release April 8, 2008

In recognition of the work performed by hoofcare professionals, National Farriers Week will be held this year from July 6 to 12. Organizers hope horse owners, trainers, riders, grooms, equine veterinarians, and others will take the time to

High-Tech Fetlock Joint Fragment Removal

Christy M. West April 8, 2008

VIDEO | Joint chips plague many high-performance horses–up to 29% of Standardbred yearlings and 2% of Thoroughbred yearlings. Often the chips must be removed,

Decision to Euthanize Horse Could Bring End to Controversial Case

Pat Raia April 7, 2008

A controversial Massachusetts horse cruelty case might be resolved in court April 8 if the horse’s owner agrees to euthanize the mare in question.

According to Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals’ (MSPCA) Deputy

Equine Herpesvirus Meeting for Saskatchewan Horse Owners

Edited Press Release April 7, 2008

The Farm Animal Council of Saskatchewan and the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) at the University of Saskatchewan are teaming up to present an informational seminar on equine herpesvirus Thursday, April 10, in Saskatoon, Sask.