Latest News – The Horse
West Nile Virus Continues to Spread
Preliminary tests suggest that West Nile virus might be living in Canada. The virus that first appeared in the Western Hemisphere in 1999 was detected recently in a bird in Louisiana and in humans in Georgia and New York. Georgia also
Is No News, Good News?
While there haven’t been any headlines about the various syndromes that affected a large section of the eastern and mid-western United States this spring, that doesn’t mean that researchers or practitioners aren’t hard at work.
Are You Ready For West Nile?
The dog days of summer are here, and if weather patterns hold true, it will be hot and humid over a large area of the country. And if disease patterns hold true, humans and horse owners are starting the worst time of year for West Nile. Even
West Nile Virus Confirmed in Louisiana
The first presence of West Nile virus (WNV) in Louisiana has been confirmed by the LSU School of Veterinary Medicine’s Arbovirus Testing Laboratory (ATL) and by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The ATL is part of the
West Nile Virus Found In Ohio
A bluejay in northeastern Ohio is the first positive indicator that West Nile virus (WNV) has arrived in Ohio, according to state and local health officials. No horse or human cases have been found. While this is the first time WNV, a viral
Colorado State Lab Produces Foals Born from Frozen Mare’s Eggs
The first foals produced from eggs harvested from a mare, frozen, and then thawed, were born recently at Colorado State University’s Animal Reproduction and Biotechnology Laboratory. Researchers say this is an important breakthrough since now
West Nile Virus Vaccine Released
The USDA and Fort Dodge Animal Health announced on Aug. 1 the approval and release of the very first West Nile virus vaccine for horses.
EEE Detected in Michigan
Michigan Department of Agriculture (MDA) Director Dan Wyant announced Aug. 15 that Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) virus was recently detected in three Kalamazoo County gray catbirds. The positive birds, common carriers of EEE, indicate the
Georgia Horse Succumbs to West Nile Virus
Georgia’s first confirmed case of a horse infected with West Nile Virus (WNV) has prompted Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture Tommy Irvin to seek an earlier shipment of the vaccine recently approved by the United States
D.C. Reports Additional West Nile Virus-Positive Birds
The D.C. Department of Health has announced that an additional twelve crows have tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV), bringing the total number this year in the District to 22. The crows were found between August 6th and August 9th in the
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An undisclosed number of positive tests for the class 3 drugs phenylpropanoloamine and norpseudoephedrine has prompted the California Horse Racing Board (CHRB) to urge trainers to scrutinize any herbal products or food supplements they feed thei
International Livestock Congress Introduces Ranch Horse 101
The International Livestock Congress (ILC) will introduce a new and effective change to its line-up of topics during its annual meeting in February 2002 when it modifies its traditional equine forum to focus on issues affecting ranchers and beef
NARHA To Receive National Exposure During Breeder’s Cup Races
The North American Riding for the Handicapped Association (NARHA) is pleased to announce that it is one of three equine related charities selected to receive approximately 30 spots of national television time. The generous donation of the
Digestion From Start To Finish
Although it is not necessary for you to become bogged down in the intricacies of equine digestive physiology, a basic understanding of how the horse digests feed is necessary for the selection of appropriate diets and feeding practices.
Unpredictable Fear in Horses
Can you explain how “sacking out” works and if you think it would work for my mare?
Insects and Parasites: Fighting Fall Foes
However, some horse-troubling insects and parasites become more active during late summer and fall. Unchecked, they can be an annoyance, stress a horse’s energy reserves during the winter months, or cause illness or death. It is up to you to protect
