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International Disease Report Second Quarter 2007
This is an excerpt from Equine Disease Quarterly, funded by underwriters at Lloyd’s, London, brokers, and their Kentucky agents.
The International Collating Centre, Newmarket, England, and other sources reported the
University of California Examines Cost of Producing Organic Alfalfa Hay
A new study exploring the cost of establishing and producing organic alfalfa hay is now available from the University of California Cooperative Extension.
The analysis is based upon hypothetical farm operations using practices
Southern Utah Horse Shot Nearly 50 Times
Sherriff’s deputies in Washington County, Utah, are looking for the person who shot a pastured horse last weekend, the Desert Morning News reported.
Jockey Suspended Five Years for Possessing Horse Stimulator
Jockey Roman Chapa recently began serving a five-year suspension issued by the New Mexico Racing Commission after he was found to be in possession of an electrical device. Chapa had appealed the ruling to district court, which on Sept. 11 upheld
Laminitis Research, Management Covered at Veterinary Seminar
A crowd of equine veterinarians and researchers filled a conference room to capacity to hear the latest on laminitis research and management, presented by Jim Belknap, DVM, MS, PhD, Dipl. ACVS, of The Ohio State University (OSU), and Jorge Gomez
Honda HS 1500V Equine Veterinary Ultrasound
Products Group International has introduced the Honda HS 1500V Equine Veterinary Ultrasound, a portable ultrasound system for equine reproduction and tendon scanning.
Australia Equine Influenza: Vaccination Update
According to the New South Wales (NSW) Department of Primary Industries, as of today there are 3,055 equine influenza infected properties, 330 dangerous contact properties, and 369 suspect properties.
Strangles: Control and Containment Strategies
The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) has formulated practical recommendations and biosecurity measures for disease control. These specific protocols provide guidance for containment and cleanup. Work with your veterinarian to
AP Review: Lab Incidents with Deadly Germs on the Rise
American laboratories handling the world’s deadliest germs and toxins have experienced more than 100 accidents and missing shipments since 2003, and the number is increasing steadily as more labs across the country are approved to do the work.
Webinar: Understanding West Nile Virus On-Demand
A free web-based seminar on West Nile virus is now archived and available on demand.
U.K. Man Given Jail Sentence, Fine for Serial Horse Abuse
A U.K. man found guilty in July 2007 of causing unnecessary suffering to an injured stallion was told to pay further costs of ?750 ($1,532) when he appealed against the conviction at Norwich Crown Court on Sept. 28.
In October 2005, the
Take Back the Yard Sweepstakes Winners Announced
Pfizer Animal Health has announced the winners of the Solitude IGR Take Back the Yard Sweepstakes. Peggy Dahle of Nipomo, Calif., Heather Carlson of Worthing, S.D., and Catherine Wilde of Shelbyville, Ky., each won a grand prize package worth
Sticky Stifles
My Thoroughbred’s stifles have been making a popping noise for quite some time.
Understanding Horses Part 10: Stand Still
Horses often need to be restrained for the veterinarian, farrier, or groom. Foals present particular problems, as do horses that might have been mishandled or who have never been taught to be patient and respect their handlers. Here are a few tips
NAHMS Equine Studies
The National Animal Health Monitoring Systems (NAHMS), a program within the USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, conducts various animal health studies. NAHMS conducted specific studies of equine health and management during 1998 and
The Giving Tree
You probably read it when you were young, or you’ve read it to your own children at some point, but there’s a wonderful story out there by Shel Silverstein called The Giving Tree. Originally published in 1964, the story is that of a young ma
