Latest News – The Horse
NTRA Safety Alliance Standards Updated for 2012
New 2012 code protocol deals with mainly with race-day medication model rules and race-day security.
CDFA Releases ‘Biosecurity for Equine Events’ Toolkit
The toolkit provides equine event organizers with equine biosecurity and infectious disease information.
Mo. Venue Owner: Locals Only at Horse Processing Meeting
The informational meeting will discuss the proposed plant and the feasibility study currently under way.
MRI to Detect Wobbler Syndrome? (AAEP 2011)
Researchers found that MRI more accurately identified compression in CSM horses compared to radiographs.
Equine Motor Neuron Disease: What We Know
Researchers and veterinarians are still working to better understand both the etiology and the disease itself.
Commentary: Considerations for the IR Horse
Eleanor Kellon, VMD, of Uckele Health & Nutrition, shares her thoughts on insulin resistance in horses.
Health Topics to be Discussed at Va. Equine Conference
Presentation topics include small acreage grazing systems, designing a feeding program, and emergency care.
Standing RLP in Horses Safe, Effective (AAEP 2011)
Regional limb perfusion can be performed safely, effectively, and comfortably without general anesthesia.
FEI Launches Pictogram Design Competition
The FEI is seeking participants to create new “pictograms” to represent each of its disciplines.
South Carolina Man Charged in Horse Cruelty Case
Two allegedly malnourished horses were removed from the property, one of which has severe chemical burns.
New Treatment for Mare Endometritis Examined (AAEP 2011)
The buffered chelators had no deleterious effects on the endometrium or the establishment of pregnancy.
New Test for Horses with Retained Testicles (AAEP 2011)
The team measured anti-Mullerian hormone in the blood to successfully diagnose chryptorchidism.
Horse Health Education Evening in British Columbia, March 14
Veterinarians will discuss EHV-1, new diagnostic imaging techniques, and more during the session.
International Conference Brings Science to Saddles
Attendees reviewed research and targeted areas for future research on horse, rider, and saddle interactions.
Horse Vaccines in 2012: Where We Stand
Horse owners have all the resources needed to ensure a properly vaccinated horse, one researcher said.
Super Mare Now a Mom; Zenyatta Delivers Colt
The Bernardini colt was born at 10:10 p.m. EST. Both Zenyatta and the colt are reportedly doing well.
