Latest News – The Horse
Supplement Improves Horses’ Muscle Cell Antioxidant Activity
N-acetylcysteine and coenzyme Q10 supplementation appears to increase natural antioxidant levels in horses’ skeletal muscles.
How Do Veterinarians Diagnose EPM?
EPM can be difficult to diagnose. Dr. Sarah Colmer explains how veterinarians use a neuro exam, bloodwork, and cerebrospinal fluid to confirm an EPM diagnosis.
Omeprazole vs. Sucralfate for Equine Gastric Ulcer Prevention
In the face of gastric ulcer risk factors, omeprazole protected horses’ stomach lining better than sucralfate alone.
At a Glance: Signs Your Horse Has PPID
Watch for early, subtle signs of pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID, formerly equine Cushing’s), and pursue bloodwork to see if intervention is needed. Sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim.
How Can I Protect My Horse From EPM?
Dr. Sarah Colmer shares management practices and preventive measures horse owners can implement to protect horses from EPM.
Vernon Downs Racetrack EHV-1 Quarantine Released
No additional cases were detected during the 21-day quarantine.
FEI to Tighten Equine Biosecurity Following EHV-1 Outbreak
The FEI veterinary committee proposed 13 ways to improve biosecurity at equestrian events.
Biosecurity on Equine Breeding Farms: Lessons Learned From Rotavirus B
Disease control focuses on prevention through increased biosecurity protocols.
Strangles Cases Confirmed in 2 States
Animal health officials reported the disease in Florida and Michigan.
What is Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis (EPM)?
Dr. Sarah Colmer of the University of Pennsylvania’s New Bolton Center describes this neurologic disease and how horses contract it.
EDCC Health Watch
Stay informed about equine disease outbreak alerts in your area.
Infographic: Sweet Itch in Horses
Do you have an itchy horse? Learn more about insect bite hypersensitivity with our visual guide.
Management Changes for Older PPID Horses
Senior horses with PPID need careful monitoring and preventive care because of equine Cushing’s effects on immunity, exercise tolerance, thermoregulation, and wound healing.
24 California Horses Test Positive for EIA
Animal health officials reported the confirmed cases and exposed horses were in Tulare County.
Time Collection Carefully for Best ACS Quality
Wait 24 hours after training before collecting blood for autologous conditioned serum treatment in horses with arthritis to get the best results.
Strangles Cases Confirmed in 3 States
Animal health officials reported the disease in Florida, Michigan, and Ohio.
