Latest News – The Horse
TAHC to Test Equids in Kleberg County for Piroplasmosis
The TAHC determined Kleberg County equids could be at high risk for exposure to equine piroplasmosis (EP).
2012 AAEP Convention Coverage
Our in-depth coverage of the 2012 American Association of Equine Practitioners convention in Anaheim, Calif., includes summaries of more than 100 up-to-date presentations and other sessions on all aspects of equine veterinary medicine.
Study Shows Hendra Vaccine Boosts Horses’ Immunity
Horses exposed to a lethal dose of hendra virus six months following vaccination did not develop disease.
Grayson-Jockey Club to Fund 12 New Projects in 2013
The Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation approved funding of 12 new projects in 2013.
Layher Joins American Horse Council Staff
R.J. Layher’s responsibilities will include equine health and welfare issues.
Farewell Shayne: World’s Oldest Horse Passes
In the very first “Old Horses: Better with Age” blog post, I introduced you to a senior gelding named Shayne. A handsome liver chestnut gelding
Stem Cell Approach Ineffective for SDFT Injuries (AAEP 2012)
Researchers found no significant improvement in SDFT injuries treated with mesenchymal stem cells.
Trainer of Ky. Derby Hopeful Suspended for Drug Violations
Rudy Rodriguez was suspended and fined after flunixin was found in his horses at two races last year.
5 Things You Need to Know: Newborn Foals
Emergency and critical care specialist Dr. Gary Magdesian of the University of California, Davis, School of Veterinary Medicine shares important facts about neonatal health. Learn about prepping the mare for foaling and rules for foal health.
Back to Basics: Equine Dental Terminology and Anatomy
Having a basic understanding of dental anatomy and terminology can help owners comprehend this complex topic.
Overprotective Mother
How can I check on a foal to make sure he’s thriving without being in danger with the protective mare?
Owners Consider Suit Against Breeders’ Cup on Salix
Prominent owners threatened legal action if Breeders’ Cup prohibits race-day Salix at its world championships.
Top Equine Reproduction Studies of 2012 (AAEP 2012)
Dr. Pat McCue gives a rundown on a number of 2012’s practical equine reproductive studies.
Bills Seek to Ban Horse Processing, Export
The legislation would outlaw the export of horses for processing and the export of U.S.-produced horsemeat.
Mare Fertility
Dr. Erin Denney-Jones talks about mare fertility and mare breeding soundness exams.
Common Pasture Weeds
Learn how to identify invasive, noxious, and sometimes poisonous, pasture weeds that commonly infest horse pastures.
