Latest News – The Horse
Managing Equine Eosinophilic Keratoconjunctivitis
Eosinophilic keratoconjunctivitis generally has severe clinical signs and requires prolonged treatment.
Unwanted Horse Coalition: 2013 Year in Review
The UHC works to fulfill its mission to reduce the number of unwanted horses and to improve equid welfare.
Nerve Blocks for Suspensory Ligament Diagnosis Done Right
A low-volume injection produces less upward diffusion than a high-volume injection, researchers concluded.
The 49th Equine Affaire Offers Shopping, Education, and Fun
The event will take place April 10-13, 2014, at the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus.
Gene Therapy, Stem Cells’ Effects on Equine Osteoarthritis
A combination of mesenchymal stem cells and gene therapy reduced osteoarthritis progression in one model.
Health Alert: West Nile Virus
Josie Traub-Dargatz, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVIM, of Colorado State University shares what owners need to know about West Nile virus, its clinical signs in horses, and treatment and prevention methods.
Health Alert: Rabies
Amy Johnson, DVM, Dipl. ACVIM, of the University of Pennsylvania’s College of Veterinary Medicine shares what owners need to know about rabies in horses, its clinical signs, and treatment and prevention methods.
Health Alert: Equine Influenza
Sarah Reuss, VMD, Dipl. ACVIM, of the University of Florida shares what owners need to know about equine influenza, its clinical signs, and treatment and prevention methods.
Important Colic Observations
Owners can help their vets diagnose colic by offering the afflicted horse’s complete health history.
Horse Bedding Basics
Dr. Erin Denney-Jones explains the importance of stall bedding and the options available for horses.
ASPCA Grants $1.4 Million to Assist Equine Groups in 2013
The ASPCA awarded approximately $1.4 million to support equine in 43 states and the District of Columbia.
Equine Lameness 101
There are ways of preventing and treating equine lameness to help your horse be as healthy as possible.
Dr. Leroy Coggins Dies at 81
Leroy Coggins, DVM, PhD, who in 1970 developed the now ubiquitous Coggins test, has died at the age of 81.
Handling Dangerous Hydrops Conditions in Pregnant Mares
A broodmare’s belly grows as her fetus matures, but any rapid or unexpected expansion is cause for concern.
Resolve to Prepare in 2014
I hope you enjoyed the Holidays with friends, horses and family! Happy 2014 and “Year of the Horse” (which officially kicked off on Jan. 31) to all
Participation Sought for Show Horse Welfare Survey
Researchers are seeking participation in a survey connected to their study of stock-type show horse welfare.
