Latest News – The Horse

AAEP Updates Its General Equine Biosecurity Guidelines
The AAEP revised the cutoff for a temperature to be considered a fever, resources on integrated pest management, and guidelines clarifying regulatory involvement’s role in outbreak situations.

California Releases Mare From Quarantine
Both the mare and Alameda County racetrack are now clear of equine herpesvirus quarantines.

Three More EHV Cases Confirmed at Riverside County Event Venue
One horse has been euthanized due to the severity of its signs.

New EHM Outbreak in California
The affected horse resides in Alameda County along with 21 stablemates.

Big Problems for Equine Eyes
Horses have big eyes—which can lead to big problems. Learn how to recognize common signs of eye injuries and what to do about them.

Head First: Equine Head and Sinus Issues
From infections and trauma to blockages and growths, here’s what your vet might find within your horse’s head region.

New EHV-1 Variant Outbreak Caught Early
Routine health monitoring and broader testing helped veterinarians identify an outbreak quickly.

10 Tips for Improving Mare Fertility
Use this visual guide to maximize your mares’ chances of conception and a healthy pregnancy.

Innovators: Equine Reproductive Health
Dr. Barry Ball describes what he learned as the University of Kentucky’s Clay Endowed Chair in Equine Reproduction and over his 35 cumulative years of research.

Managing Equine Foot Pain
What can an owner do to control a horse’s foot pain? We turned to two equine veterinarians that spend a lot of time managing horses’ feet to find out.

San Mateo County EHV-1 Count Grows By One More
Two horses have now experienced neurologic signs, with 17 experiencing fever only.

Experts: Donkey Teeth Need Attention, Too
Donkeys have similar dental structures as horses, and they’re at risk of developing many of the same kinds of dental issues. But, unlike horses, their problems often go overlooked—and that’s to their detriment, according to donkey specialists.

Dr. Bill Vandergrift, Equine Nutritionist, Dies
Vandergrift brought industry-changing formulas, ideas, and concepts to horse owners.

CDFA Update on EHV-1 Outbreak in Riverside County
Two more horses were confirmed positive for EHV-1 on Feb. 15.

CDFA Update on San Mateo County EHV-1, EHM Cases
Four more horses displaying fever only have been confirmed positive for EHV-1.

Texas Horse Succumbs to EIA
The facility remains under official quarantine until requirements are met.