Latest News – The Horse
Weathering Winter
This winter has been a wild one for some areas of the country. A few weeks ago, I watched The Weather Channel for hours on end
Neurologic EHV-1 Identified in Quebec Horse
A Canadian Horse mare was euthanized before testing positive for EHV-1. More than 50 horses are quarantined.
Accused SAU Horse Thief Gets Change of Trial Venue
A woman accused of taking part in the SAU horse thefts has won a change of venue for her trial on the charges.
Hind-Limb Flexion Test Times Compared (AAEP 2012)
In this particular study, the 5- and 60-second flexions did not yield the same results.
Florida EHV-1: Additional Horses Confirmed Positive
Five additional cases of EHV-1 have been confirmed in connection with the HITS circuit in Ocala, Fla.
Two Additional Utah Horses Confirmed EHV-1 Positive
Two additional horses have tested EHV-1 positive, bringing the total confirmed count in Utah to four.
Wellington, Fla., Horse Tests Positive for EHV-1
The horse tested negative on a nasal PCR swab, but positive for EHV-1 on a blood test.
Equine Herpesvirus-1 Refresher
Dr. Erin Denney-Jones gives us a refresher on equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1)
Lessons in Prepurchase Exams
Four years ago, before putting pen to paper and signing a bill of sale indicating I’d waived my right to have a prepurchase exam performed
EHV-1 Confirmed in Utah Horses
The state veterinarian has issued a quarantine in Cache County following confirmation of EHV-1 cases.
Laboratory Advances Improve Equine Doping Testing
Metabolomics and transcriptomics can provide a sort of “history” of drugs that have been in a horse’s body.
Post-Colic Surgery Stent Bandage Prevents Incisional Infection (AAEP 2012)
One researcher says a stent bandage appears to create an ideal environment for incisional healing.
Convicted N.Y. Horse Abuser Violates Parole
The woman convicted of maltreating horses has been incarcerated again for violating terms of her parole.
Handling Non-Medical Trail Emergencies
Out on the trail when an emergency occurs, you might wonder, “Who should I call?” And of course since you will have a cell phone
W.Va. Issues Support for Uniform Racehorse Medication Plan
The resolution furthers an effort to implement uniform racehorse medication, penalty, and testing rules.
Why Does My Horse Drool so Much?
Could my horse’s drool be because of an allergy or behavioral problem?
