Latest News – The Horse
Five Cases of Equine WNV Reported in Colorado in 2012
The WNV positive horses are from Fremont, Weld, Montrose (2), and Larimer counties.
Kentucky Attempting to Reduce Racehorse Fatalities
The changes came about after eight racing fatalities occurred during the month of May at Churchill Downs.
All Test Samples from Olympic Equestrian Events Negative
All human and equine samples taken during the Olympic equestrian events at Greenwich Park were negative.
Ky. Derby, Preakness Runner-Up to have Diagnostic Procedures
The colt will be evaluated by specialists at Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital in Lexington, Ky.
Behind the Scenes at the London Olympics and Paralympics Veterinary Clinic
Just days before the closing ceremony of the 2012 London Olympic Games, accredited media were finally invited to take a tour of the veterinary facilities.
Miniature Horses Designated as Service Animals in Illinois
Governor Pat Quinn signed a bill into law Tuesday designating Miniature Horses as recognized service animals.
Conference Focuses On Racehorse Health, Aftercare
The day-long event focused on matters of equine health, primarily Thoroughbred retirement and aftercare.
Central Washington Wildfire Threatens Area Horses
More than 100 horses have been evacuated from areas affected by a wildfire raging in central Washington,
Campaign Launched to Educate Public on N.C. Wild Ponies
Officials have seen an increase in visitors and an increase in people trying to get close to the horses.
Equine Infectious Anemia Outbreak Hits Western Canada
More than 70 horses on 22 premises in Western Canada have tested positive for EIA thus far in 2012.
In-Depth: Understanding Radiographs (X rays)
Dr. Liberty Getman, a surgeon at Tennessee Equine Hospital, describes the differences between plain-film, computed, and digital radiographs (X ray) and shows how a veterinarian takes digital radiographs of a horse’s lower leg.
New Zealand Authorities Review Illegal Horse Castrations
In New Zealand, only veterinarians and veterinary students supervised by vets can perform horse castrations.
Plan Ahead to Reseed Pastures Best Results
The ideal time to reseed depends on the type of forage a producer selects.
N.J. Horse WNV-Positive; Officials Encourage Vaccination
An 11-year-old Quarter Horse mare from Salem County has tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV).
Kentucky’s Second Equine WNV Case of 2012 Confirmed
The affected horse–an 18-year-old Tennessee Walking Horse from Laurel County–had no WNV vaccination history.
‘Cup’ Feeder Slows Horses’ Consumption Rate, Reduces Waste
Researchers found that a specially designed feeder can slow horses’ rate of consumption and reduce feed waste.
