Latest News – The Horse

Study Evaluates Equine Fecal pH during Abrupt Feed Changes
No significant fecal pH decrease occurred, but it’s important to change equine feed gradually, researchers say.

Second Vermont Horse Tests Positive for EEE
The unvaccinated horse began showing signs of disease on Sept. 16 and was euthanized the following day.
AHP Releases 2012 Equine Industry Survey Results to Public
American Horse Publications conducted the online nationwide equine industry survey from March to May 2012.
Counterfeit Equine Anemia Drug Surfaces in Canada
Bioniche annouced that Hippirontm 1000 has been counterfeited and was being sold via an Internet website.
New California Equine WNV Case Brings State Total to 18
The 18-month-old unvaccinated Fresno County filly is reportedly recovering after testing positive for WNV.
Grants Fund Research on Equine-Assisted Therapy and Veterans
The grants will fund research on the effects of equine-assisted activities for veterans with PTSD and/or TBI.
Equine Guelph Offers Additional Equine Biosecurity eWorkshop
Equine Guelph has announced the second offering of the Biosecurity Prevention eWorkshop from Oct. 22 – Nov. 4.

Leishmaniasis: A Rare, Potentially Emerging Equine Disease
The recently identified leishmaniasis case in a Morgan mare is America’s first published indigenous case.
USEF to Offer Frangible Technology Grants
Frangible devices are designed to make the cross-country phase of eventing safer for horse and rider.
FDA-Approved Equine Medications Provide Peace of Mind
These drugs provide horse owners with the peace of mind that they’ve been tested for safety and efficacy.

Horse Fencing: Is There a Best Choice?
Many fencing options are available, but there are no hard-and-fast rules as to which is the best choice.
Mustang Makeover Documentary One Great Ride
Wild Horse, Wild Ride Theatrical Trailer from Alex Klenert on Vimeo. You know you’re watching a good horse movie (or any movie for that matter)

Factors Complicating Return to Work after Colic Surgery
Common complications included surgical incision herniation, pre-existing lameness, and laminitis.
Study: Fruiting Trees a Major Equine Hendra Virus Risk
Hendra virus risk can be significantly reduced by keeping horses away from fruiting or flowering trees.

FEI President Named First OIE Goodwill Ambassador
President HRH Princess Haya has been appointed to serve as the OIE’s first Goodwill Ambassador.
EEE Found in New Hampshire Horse
A horse in the Hillsborough County town of Derry was confirmed positive for Eastern equine encephalitis.



