Latest News – The Horse

Chase County, Nebraska, Horse Test Positive for Rabies
Because rabies threatens both horses and the humans who handle them, the AAEP recommends rabies as one of five core vaccines every U.S. horse should receive.

Helping Horse Wounds Heal With Amnion
Amnion, the relatively thick innermost layer of the fetal tissues, contains numerous biological molecules that promote tissue growth and improve wound healing, researchers say.

Is Your Horse at Risk for Squamous Cell Carcinoma?
Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) can be difficult to treat, so early detection and treatment are key to giving affected horses the best chance at positive outcomes.
2018 AHP Student Travel Award Winners Announced
Emily Holowczak, Alyssa Murphree, and Sarah Ryan have each earned a $750 travel award to attend the 2018 AHP Equine Media Conference, taking place June 14-16 in Hunt Valley, Maryland.
2018 BEVA Congress Registration Open
Anyone who registers before June 4 will receive significantly reduced booking fees.

Choosing a Horse Grazing Muzzle
Our equine nutritionist offers suggestions for finding a grazing muzzle to fit your horse.

Feeding PPID and IR Senior Horses
From reducing PPID-associated muscle wasting to managing IR and obesity, here’s what to consider for your old horse.

New Equine Influenza Vaccine Could Help Protect People, Too
Scientists have developed a new live-attenuated intranasal vaccine to protect horses against equine influenza.

5 Tips for Feeding Lactating Mares
Lactating mares’ nutritional requirements increase drastically in order to maintain weight while providing nursing foals with enough critical nutrients.
Equine Groups Participating in 2018 ‘Help a Horse’ Day Contest
More than 120 equine rescues, sanctuaries, and shelters across the country are competing in the annual grants competition.
May KENA Meeting to Focus on Horse Industry Tax Issues
The event will take place May 15 at The Red Mile Clubhouse, in Lexington, Kentucky.

Case Report: Headshaking, Panic in a Child’s Hunter
Find out how a veterinarian diagnosed a common cancer in horses in a Thoroughbred gelding with a recent history of headshaking and unprovoked panic.

Justify Defies History in 2018 Kentucky Derby Victory
Justify made history Saturday as he became the first horse in 136 years to capture the Kentucky Derby after going unraced as a 2-year-old.

Current EMS and PPID Testing Recommendations
The earlier you can detect endocrine conditions such as PPID and EMS, the better chance you have of preventing associated laminitis in affected horses.

NTRA Safety, Integrity Alliance Reaccredits Churchill Downs
Churchill Downs was the first racetrack to receive accreditation in 2009, the NTRA Safety & Integrity Alliance’s inaugural year.

Monomoy Girl Outduels Wonder Gadot to Win 2018 Kentucky Oaks
Monomoy Girl, a daughter of Tapizar, covered the 1 1/8 miles in 1:49.13.