Latest News – The Horse
ACT 2013 Wrap-Up
Here are just a few highlights from the comprehensive equine sessions at this year’s ACT Conference.
New Bolton Center, TERF Announce Scholarships Awards
Two Penn Vet students received scholarships from the Thoroughbred Education and Research Foundation (TERF).
EHV-1 Case Brings Quarantine at Parx Racing
Two barns at Parx Racing are under quarantine as a result of a positive test for equine herpesvirus.
Sertich to Review Mare Anatomy, Physiology, and Behavior
Dr. Patricia Sertich will review mare anatomy, physiology, and abnormalities known to cause behavior changes.
ALDF Eyes National Animal Abuser Registry
Horse rescues could soon be able to consult a nationwide animal abuser registry before adopting animals out.
Researchers Create Equine Jugular Vein Injection Simulator
The simulator is designed to let veterinary students master injection skills before working with a live horse.
Choose the Right Winter Clothing for You
Consider your horse-life clothing needs and the activities you need to prepare for during the cold season. Photo: Alayne Blickle I bet every veterinarian has
Should You Breed Your Mare? Add Up These Costs First!
Breeding your mare will likely cost much more than just the stud fee.
AVC to Host Equine Colic Workshop
Kathleen MacMillan, DVM, MSc, will present information regarding colic diagnostics, treatments, and more.
Arkansas Awarded Leading Thoroughbred Award
The award is open to all Thoroughbreds competing at the National Horse Show.
Help a Talented Equine Artist Get her Paintings to WEG
“Elegance” Copyright Kimry Jelen I have a short list of things I’m going to do when I win the lottery. At the top of that
Poll Recap: Whisker Decisions
Of the 1,212 voters, 848 (70%) indicated they do not clip their horses’ whiskers.
Vets Testing Cutting-Edge Sarcoid Treatment for Horses
The treatment, called H-FIRE, delivers a short burst of electricity into specific places in the tumor.
Are All Obese Horses At Risk for EMS Development? Maybe Not
One researcher says it’s unlikely that every obese horse is at risk of developing EMS and laminitis.
Grain Test for Botulism
Dr. Amy Johnson explains the grain test she uses to test whether or not horses have botulism.
Racehorse Medication, Testing Reforms Gain Support
The effort to adopt uniform national reforms continues to gain support, the NTRA reports.
