Latest News – The Horse

EIA Confirmed in Havelock, Quebec, Horse
The affected horse was tested prior to being moved to a new premises, officials said. The animal is now quarantined.

Senate Calls for ‘Politically Viable’ Wild Horse Solutions
The Senate’s proposed 2018 budget bill calls for the DOI to explore “politically viable” wild horse management options.
Louisiana Man Charged in Horse Thefts
Authorities credited the stolen horses’ identifying tattoos with their ability to trace the animals.

Researchers: Sensors Can Help Improve Rider Aids
Understanding the biomechanics of cues from a rider’s legs, seat, and hands could improve horse welfare, scientists say.
AAEP Foundation Establishes Equine Research Endowment
The endowment is funded in part by a donation from the late Dr. Michelle LeBlanc’s estate.

Reseeding Success: Improving Pastures Through Renovations
Completely re-establishing pastures might sound daunting, but can result in healthier grass and more forage for horses.
Virginia Owners, AAEP Foundation Create Scholarship
Renee and John Grisham and the AAEP Foundation awarded $5,000 scholarships to five equine veterinary students.

UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Jamie Norris
Norris is studying apicomplexan parasites, specifically Sarcocystis neurona, EPM’s primary causative agent.
Ryerss Farm for Aged Equines Awarded AAEP 2017 Lavin Cup
The Lavin Cup honors a nonveterinary organization or individual that works to improve equine welfare.
Dr. Harry Werner Named AAEP Distinguished Life Member
The award honors an AAEP member who has made outstanding contributions to the association throughout their career.

Peter Timoney Named AAEP Distinguished Educator
Dr. Peter Timoney received the honor for his contributions to the body of knowledge on equine infectious diseases.

Concussion or Injury? There’s an App for That
The Saddle Up Safely app includes a return-to-riding protocol, an injury and concussion assessment tool, and more.

New Website Features UK’s Historic Parasitology Horse Herds
The website features the history of two parasitology research herds that scientists have managed at UK since the 1970s.
Grice, Brown Receive 2017 AAEP President’s Award
Reynolds Cowles, DVM, 2017 AAEP president, selected Amy Grice, VMD, MBA, and Stuart Brown, DVM, to receive the award.

UKVDL Map of the Month: Antimicrobial Resistance
Antimicrobial resistance and susceptibility are real concerns in the veterinary and human health world.
Collins Receives AAEP ‘Beyond the Call’ Award
Dr. Nancy Collins received the award for her commitment to improving equine welfare and the lives of others.