Latest News – The Horse
McDonnell Speaks at Australian Equine Vet Conference
McDonnell spoke on how to interpret behavioral changes in horses, and which ones could have physical causes.
Surge of Pigeon Fever Cases Reported in Texas
With summer and fly season in full swing, horse owners should learn about pigeon fever.
Hendra Quarantines Lifted in Ingham and Rockhampton, Qld.
The properties where there were confirmed cases of hendra virus in May were released from quarantine July 12.
Horse-Related Injuries Among Humans Evaluated
A recent study revealed a “disproportionately high accident rate” in humans working with and around horses.
Purina Recalls Certain Lots of WellSolve Horse Feed
Land O’Lakes Purina Feed, LLC, has initiated a voluntary recall of specific lots of WellSolve horse feed.
Tips for Greener Horse Trails
Its summertime and we’re hitting the trails! But even on the trails there are things we horse owners can do to reduce our impact on
Three Horses Die in 2012 Calgary Stampede Race Event
Three horses in one chuckwagon team died, one was injured, and two did not sustain injuries in the accident.
Bramlage Issues Statement on Racehorse Medications, Injuries
Bramlage served as the AAEP On-Call veterinarian for this year’s Triple Crown races.
Texas Horse Tooth Etching Case Closed
The case has been closed unless new information emerges, according to one Texas law enforcement officer.
Federal Racing Medication Regulation Gets Push, With Caveats
Federal regulation of horse racing medications was the topic of a July 12 congressional hearing.
Forage-Based Total Mixed Rations: Economical and Effective
Forage-based total mixed rations (TMRs) can offer an economical and effective horse feed option.
TLAER Horse Recovering from Injury in Canada
“Torque” is recovering at the University of Prince Edward Island’s Atlantic Veterinary College.
Use Caution when Driving or Following Horse Trailers
Exercise caution when hauling horses or when driving near trucks and trailers to keep horses and humans safe.
$25,000 in Grants Available from Md. Horse Industry Board
Applications will be accepted for nonprofit research, educational, and promotional equine activities.
I’ll Have Another’s Veterinary Treatments ‘Routine Care’
Three veterinarians who reviewed the colt’s treatment regimen found nothing out of the ordinary.
Anti-Inflammatories Could Decrease EHV-1 Infection Rate
A recent study suggests anti-inflammatory drugs could reduce the rate of EHV-1 infection in horses.
