Latest News – The Horse
AVC to Offers Large Animal Emergency Rescue Course
Atlantic Veterinary College’s Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue course will take place July 5-7.
Mass. State Officials: Vaccinate Horses Against WNV, EEE
Agricultural officials in Massachusetts advise horse owners to vaccinate against mosquito-borne diseases.
Exercise Increases Insulin Sensitivity in Horses
Moderate exercise increased insulin sensitivity in healthy horses, thus reducing insulin resistance risk.
The Past, Present, and Future of Equine Deworming
Parasitologists now recommend deworming based upon the each horse’s needs, determined by fecal egg counts.
NETRC Accepts 100th Retired Racehorse
In 2011, the organization placed 30 Thoroughbreds in approved homes and maintained an average herd size of 24.
Study Evaluates Injectable Treatment for Tendon Injuries
Researchers are evaluating the safety of a new injectable treatment modality for SDFT injuries.
Equine Influenza Outbreak has FEI Competition on High Alert
No horses at the event have presented any signs of illness, but biosecurity measures have been implemented.
Leadership Changes at Va. Tech’s Equine Medical Center
Dr. Nathaniel While has stepped down as director of the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center.
NSBA Announces Penalties for Horse Welfare Rule Violations
The NSBA Board voted unanimously to minimum penalties for confirmed cases of inhumane horse treatment/
Derby Winning Trainer O’Neill Facing Milkshaking Accusations
He could face a suspension and fine stemming from a 2010 in which horse in his care had elevated TCO2 levels.
The Latest in Diagnostic Imaging Modalities for Horses
Each imaging option, such as MRI, radiography and more, serves a unique role in equine lameness diagnosis.
Sacrifice Areas for Your Horses
A sacrifice area is a small enclosure often called a corral, run, pen, turnout or winter paddock. It is meant to be your horse’s outdoor
Fill Out the Equine Industry Survey by May 15
Who and what influences your horse-care decisions? American Horse Publications, a professional association of equine-related magazines and media, is currently running its 2012 Equine Industry Survey through
Racing Medication Reform Advocacy Website Launched
The website–cleanhorseracing.org–is dedicated to the reform of horse racing medication rules.
Suspected EHV-1 Reported in Tennessee
The horses might have been exposed to EHV-1 during the Bucksnort Trail Ride, held April 23-30.
International Movement of High-Performance Horses Discussed
International movement of horses was a major topic of discussion at the 2012 FEI Sports Forum, held last week.
