Latest News – The Horse
Accessory Sex Glands in Geldings: Establishing the Norm
Geldings can still develop problems in the reproductive tract, particularly in the accessory sex glands.
Equine Guelph Offers eWorkshops
Equine Guelph has launched several new programs including the introduction of three eWorkshops.
Hearing on Motorized Vehicle Use for Wild Horse Management
The Idaho BLM will hold a hearing to discuss motor vehicle use in wild horse management operations.
Prostaglandins for Controlling Mares’ Estrous Cycles
Learn how administering prostaglandins can help breeders improve their mares’ chances of becoming pregnant.
EEE Confirmed in Maryland Horse
A case of Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) has been confirmed in a horse in Worcester County, Md.
Equine Surgeon Cheetham Named First Zweig Research Scientist
The position will fund Cheetham?s research into diagnosing and treating recurrent laryngeal paralysis.
EEE Confirmed in Van Buren County, Mich., Mare
An unvaccianted 12-year-old mare from Van Buren County tested positive for EEE.
Hong Kong to Accept Horses Vaccinated Against Hendra
Hong Kong will accept horses vaccinated against hendra virus, according to manufacturer recommendations.
Uniform Drug Reform Discussed in Kentucky
KHRC Medical Director Mary Scollay, DVM, gave an introduction to the Mid-Atlantic Uniform Medication Program.
Equine Placentitis Update
Placentitis is the most common cause of late-term abortion and remains challenging to diagnose and treat.
ACVIM 2013 Forum Wrap-Up
Here’s the latest from the country’s largest veterinary internal medicine conference.
Colorado Confirms First Equine West Nile Case of 2013
A 3-month-old colt from Montezuma County, Colo., has tested positive for West Nile virus.
Impending Storm Forces Louisiana Racetrack Evacuations
About 1,000 horses are currently stabled at the Fair Grounds Race Course for a Quarter Horse racing meet.
UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine Adds Cardiologist
Joshua Stern, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, will be working on large animals at UC Davis.
Overseeing Supplements
Without the NASC’s efforts to bring clarity and consistency to this industry, horse owners and veterinarians would not have access to the wide variety of supplements that are available.
Judge: Registry Must Accept Quarter Horse Clones
Judge Mary Lou Robinson said she will sign an order requiring the AQHA to register cloned animals.
