Latest News – The Horse
Central Virginia Horse Diagnosed With EHM
The horse is at a boarding stable in Chesterfield County, which has been placed under quarantine.
Miniature Horses, Donkey Mauled by Dogs at California Zoo
Officials in San Jose are investigating the circumstances surrounding the mauling deaths of four Miniature Horses and a Sicilian donkey at a zoo there.
Jerome County, Idaho, Horse Tests Positive for EHV
The affected Quarter Horse mare developed ataxia, diminished tail tone, and urine dribbling. She has been euthanized.
Recycling Compost as Horse Bedding
A researcher recently worked with equine facilities to launch a pilot program to test composted bedding.
BEVA’s ‘Don’t Break Your Vet’ Week Underway
BEVA hopes this educational week will help reduce the safety and health risks equine vets face on a daily basis.
Nevada Seeks New Managers for Virginia Range Horses
The selected nonprofit owners will have full decision-making capacity over the herd’s management, the NDA said.
Companions Help Reduce Horses’ Anxiety During Procedures
Researchers recently determined that horses appear more bothered by social isolation than mild pain.
Preventing and Treating Sepsis-Related Laminitis
Advances in how vets manage sepsis, as well as incorporating preventive strategies for laminitis, are leading to improved outcomes.
Equine Stem Cells Rein in Bacteria
Cornell researchers found that factors secreted by mesenchymal stromal cells might help fight bacteria in skin wounds.
Equine Recurrent Uveitis
Eye specialist Dr. David Wilkie covers ERU (aka moon blindness) clinical signs, causes, exams, treatment, and more.
New Culture Technique Could Improve Equine Stem Cell Therapy
When stem cells are treated with interferon gamma, they appear to have significantly enhanced reparative capacity, researchers found.
EHV Confirmed at Portland Meadows Race Track
A Thoroughbred mare tested positive for wild-type EHV-1 after developing mild ataxia.
Quick Response Key in Equine Antimicrobial Resistance Cases
Resistant bacteria do not necessarily have the ability to cause more severe disease as long as veterinarians identify them promptly and begin appropriate treatment.
Poll Recap: Checking for Gastric Ulcers
Of the 323 respondents, only 81 (25%) have had a gastroscopy performed on their horse to check for ulcers.
Six Must-Discuss Horse Health Topics
Discuss topics from travel plans to your horse’s age with your veterinarian to help ensure yearlong equine wellness.
Top Equine Medical Studies of 2017
During AAEP’s Kester News Hour, Dr. Rob MacKay reviewed his favorite studies of 2017, covering EPM, EHV, SAA, and more.
