Latest News – The Horse
Equine West Nile Virus: An International Perspective
It’s prevalent in the United States, but how does West Nile virus affect horses in other countries?
Fall is the Time to Spread Compost
Early autumn is one of the best times of the year for spreading compost. Here are a few things to keep in mind.
AQHA Accepting Applications for 2013 Equine Research Funding
The AQHA is now accepting applications for equine research project funding for 2013-14.
2013 FEI Equine Prohibited Substances List Effective Jan. 1
The changes being implemented Jan. 1 include the addition of five new substances and other amendments.
Nationwide West Nile Case Count Continues to Rise
According to the USGS disease maps, 364 cases of equine WNV had been confirmed at last update (Sept. 25).
Kentucky Horse Council Unveils New License Plate
The plate’s proceeds will support the KHC’s horse welfare, industry education, and public awareness programs.
Accuracy of Suspensory Ligament Measurements via Ultrasound
Obtaining accurate ultrasound measurements of the upper suspensory ligament is challenging, research shows.
A Game-Changing Laminitis Study
Laminitis. As a horse owner, a rider, or enthusiast, the word just makes you shudder, doesn’t it? I’m convinced that few topics of horse health
Next Vet: Fall 2012
In this edition of NextVet read about the realities of student debt, learn how to implement a veterinary services marketing plan, get tips on what to accomplish before the semester’s end, and find out how to network at a veterinary conference.
Equine Cruelty Investigations
Vets and animal welfare organizations teach law officers how to recognize signs of equine neglect.
BLM Announces 2012 Fall/Winter Wild Horse Gather Schedule
Along with removals, the gathers will be used to apply fertility-control vaccines starting in November.
NTRA Safety Alliance Eyes Spot Checks after N.Y. Report
The move stems from a task force report that studied a spate of catastrophic breakdowns at Aqueduct Racetrack.
Zenyatta Statue Unveiled at Santa Anita Park
The statue was unveiled at noon on Sept. 29. Crowds gathered to see the life-sized bronze sculpture.
Lecture on Advances in Equine Airway Surgery Scheduled
Eric J. Parente, DVM, Dipl. ACVS will discuss advancements in equine airway diagnostics and treatments.
Equine Piroplasmosis Horse Course Archived
Robert Mealey, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM discussed the therapeutics and immunology associated with piroplasmosis.
Remote-Controlled Cars Used to Study Round Pen Training
During round pen training researchers got similar results from an inanimate object as from a human.
