Latest News – The Horse
WNV in Ohio Horses: Five More Cases Confirmed
According to EDCC data, officials have now confirmed 43 cases of WNV in Ohio horses so far this year—more than triple the number of cases confirmed last year.
WNV in Virginia Horses: Fourth Case of 2018 Confirmed
An unvaccinated 22-year-old Tennessee Walking Horse gelding from Smyth County developed an abnormal gait on Oct. 8. His condition has slowly with supportive therapy.
The Vet Tech’s Role in Stallion Semen Collection
A well-educated, trained, and reliable technician is invaluable to ensure things are in order and running smoothly. It makes a veterinarian’s day and the semen collection process much easier.
Toning Down Playtime
How can I make my horse a less attractive target for his pasturemate, who likes to tug at halters and fly masks?
Horse Garments Help Teach Equine Anatomy
The garments—depicting bones, muscle groups, and more—can help veterinary students, chiropractors, and even owners and riders better understand the structures hidden under horses’ skin, researchers said.
How Long Will a Rabies Vaccine Protect a Horse?
Dr. Jacquelin Boggs shares why horses need a rabies vaccine every year and how long vaccines protect horses in general.
What are ‘Equine Core Vaccines’?
Dr. Elizabeth Davis explains how experts selected the vaccines every horse should receive.
The Vet Tech’s Role in Equine Anesthesia Recovery
The veterinary technician is often the primary staff member responsible for overseeing recovery from anesthesia.
WNV in Kentucky Horses: Two More Cases Confirmed
Two unvaccinated Tennessee Walking Horses from Lewis County are recovering. So far in 2018, 11 Kentucky horses have tested positive for WNV.
Surgery Often Trumps Medicine for Treating Cranial Nuchal Bursitis in Horses
Cranial nuchal bursitis occurs when nuchal ligament (located near the horse’s poll) bursae become inflamed and sometimes infected. It generally causes pain, limited head and neck flexion, and poor performance.
Researchers Define Genomics Applications in the Horse Industry
The equine genomics research community has outlined how to face the challenges associated with translating Horse Genome Project outcomes into clinical practice to benefit horses.
Methods for Rehabbing Horse Joints
There’s not one particular approach for rehabilitating injured joints. Here are a few of the options vets have to use.
Reward Offered in Arizona Wild Horse Shooting
Two wild horses were found fatally shot in Arizona’s Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, close to the Heber Wild Horse Territory, on Oct. 13.
2018 British National Equine Health Survey Results Remain Consistent
Skin problems were the most common general disease reported (33% of all syndromes recorded) and nonhoof-related lower limb lameness was the most common individual issue reported (18.5% of all syndromes recorded).
Equine Embryo Transfer Techniques Compared
Researchers identified a 90% pregnancy rate in mares impregnated using the Wilsher embryo transfer technique and a 70% pregnancy rate in mares treated using traditional embryo transfer protocols.
27-Year-Old PL Mercury Completes Third 100-Mile Endurance Ride of 2018
After a 2018 campaign that included three difficult 100-mile rides, along with a couple of 50-mile rides, Claire Godwin, DVM, who owns and rides “Merc,” said he’s still in good condition.
