Latest News – The Horse
N.J. Horses Quarantined after Equine Herpesvirus Exposure
The New Jersey Department of Agriculture has quarantined two farms after horses at both were exposed to EHV-1.
Horse at Florida Show Diagnosed with EHV-1, Show Official Says
A horse at the HITS circuit reportedly has been diagnosed with the neurologic form of equine herpesvirus-1.
Youth Charged in Michigan Barn Fire
The youth faces multiple arson and animal cruelty charges in connection with a fire that killed 10 horses.
Oklahoma Horse Slaughter Bills Advance
Two bills aimed at repealing the state’s horse processing ban passed by substantial margins.
Study Examines Off-The-Track Thoroughbred Adoption Issues
Researchers found that reasons for returning an adopted horse are highly variable and unpredictable.
Using MRI and Scintigraphy to Diagnose Suspensory Injuries (AAEP 2012)
Using both MRI and scintigraphy could be beneficial when diagnosing suspensory-ligament-related injuries
Lawsonia Prevalence Patterns Investigated
Yearly variability in exposure to a severe disease-causing bacterium of young horses appears to be different than previously thought.
Oregon Horse Diagnosed with Equine Influenza
The mare recently arrived in Oregon from Texas and sold last weekend at an auction in Hermiston, Ore.
Top 5 Basic Safety Changes to Your Barn
I recently read a couple of safety articles and one author had found a neat quote: “There is no such thing as an accident–it is
North Dakota Man Charged in 100-Horse Seizure Case
A man is facing animal cruelty charges in connection with the alleged maltreatment of more than 100 horses.
Advocates Against Slaughter Protest Polish Horse Auction
Thousands of horses changed hands at the Skaryszew horse fair despite protests by animal rights activists.
UK’s Horse Pasture Evaluation Program Identifies Kentucky Pasture Trends
With almost 130 evaluations performed, the program has a large data set about Kentucky horse pastures.
New Online Feed Resources Listing can Help Michigan Horse Owners
Due to the 2012 drought, some owners are having difficulties finding feed sources for their horses.
MRI to Identify Bone Changes in Racehorses (AAEP 2012)
MRI could detect bone changes indicating a horse is at risk for catastrophic fractures before accidents occur.
Next Vet: Spring 2013
In this issue learn about the benefits of specialization, the top five reasons you should have reproduction as part of your practice, keeping veterinary medicine fun, and building rapport with clients. Plus, meet veterinary student Brittany Bell.
WVC 2013: Making the Change to Barefoot
Dr. Debra Taylor shares some points to consider when transitioning horses from being shod to going barefoot during the 2013 Western Veterinary Conference in Las Vegas, Nev.
