Latest News – The Horse

Virginia Reports First Equine EEE Case of 2013
The affected horse had not received an EEE vaccination and was euthanized on August 31.
Anderson to Serve as AAEP Vice President
Kathleen Anderson, DVM, will be installed during the President?s Luncheon at the 59th Annual Convention.

Reducing the Stress when Transporting Horses by Road and Air
Being moved from one place to another can be stressful for some horses, whether they travel by air or road.

10 Draft Horse Health Facts
Do you love draft horses? Learn about 10 of their unique health and management needs in this special report.
How Cross-Tying During Transport Affects Horses
Researchers examined horses’ physiological responses during transport while cross-tied or traveling loose.

Career Guide for New Farriers Goes Digital
“Getting Started In Hoof Care: A Career Guide For The New Farrier” is now available in a digital format.

Do Equine Metabolic Diseases Affect Reproduction?
Some veterinarians now believe that metabolic diseases likely have a negative impact on equine reproduction.

Commentary: Rachel Alexandra and Brent Comer: A Love Story
Meet a person instrumental in helping Rachel Alexandra recover from life-threatening foaling complications.
Equine Guelph Seeking Respondents to Horse Health Survey
Input will help Equine Guelph learn more about horse owners’ current healthcare management practices.

Equine Osteochondrosis Terminology Revamped
A better understanding of the lesions found in growing horse skeletons has led to clearer terminology.

Kentucky’s Equine Industry has $3 Billion Economic Impact
Kentucky’s equine industry had a total economic impact of almost $3 billion, generated 40,665 jobs last year.

Symposium on Equine First Aid Scheduled
The Veterinary University of Vienna will host the equine first aid symposium.

How to Reduce Transport Stress in Horses
Learn about the best ways to reduce stress when transporting horses by land or air.

West Nile Virus Reported in Horses Nationwide
According to data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, 64 cases of WNV have been confirmed in 23 states.

Study Confirms Horses Respond to Negative Reinforcement
Researchers proved that horses can become “lighter” with proper negative reinforcement training.

Why Are Industry Surveys Important for Horse Owners?
Dr. Jill Stowe explains why industry studies, like the 2012 Kentucky Equine Survey, are important for the average horse owner to partake in.



