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Colic Prevalence in Horses Hospitalized for Ocular Disease
Patients with ocular disease had a higher incidence of colic than some other hospitalized equids.
Ask the Vet LIVE: Mosquito-Borne Diseases, Aug. 30
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Study Evaluates Harsh Winter’s Effect on Przewalski Horses
A severe winter cause the reintroduced wild Przewalski’s horse population crashed dramatically.
KHC Travels to France, Works with Normandy Horse Council
The KHC worked with the Normandy Horse Council to discuss opportunities focused on the 2014 WEG.
Effects of Selenium Source on Mares and Foals
Foals of mares consuming organic selenium had higher blood selenium concentrations than other foals.
Horses Injured in 2012 Italian Bareback Race
Six horses collided during the race. One sustained a slight fracture and is expected to recover.
University of Florida VETS Team Gets Support from USRider
The UF disaster response team funded a rope and webbing testing project with the donation.
Increased Equine West Nile Virus Activity in 2012
More than 70 equine West Nile virus cases have already been diagnosed in the United States in 2012.
Illegal Horse Castrations in New Zealand
This week TheHorse.com posted an article about illegal horse castrations going on in New Zealand. Not surprisingly, snickers rose from the company’s Production Department as
Kentucky Reports Third WNV-Positive Horse of 2012
An unvaccinated 16-month-old Tennessee Walking Horse colt from Warren County tested positive today.
AAEP Helps Continue Operation Gelding Program
The AAEP Foundation will donate $15,000 to the Operation Gelding program.
Flying Fox Scientists Profile Equine Hendra Virus Cases
Scientists are reviewing hendra virus cases to understand why some horses become infected and others don’t.
BLM Begins Analyzing Proposed Nevada Wild Horse Ecosanctuary
The BLM will analyze the potential impacts of the proposed northeast Nevada wild horse ecosanctuary.
Illinois Confirms First Equine WNV Case of 2012
A horse in Jackson County has tested positive for WNV, the first in the state to do so since 2010.
Cardiorespiratory Causes of Poor Equine Performance
In order for a horse to reach his athletic potential, his cardiorespiratory system must function properly.
Are Bugs Bugging You (and Your Horse?)
An integrated pest management program can help insects, such as flies and mosquitoes, from bugging you and your horses. Here are a few inexpensive tips.
