Latest News – The Horse
Prevalence of on Farms (AAEP 2011)
The overall seroprevalence was 68% on all farms tested, with levels on individual farms ranging from 14-100%.
Prevalence of L.intracellularis on Farms (AAEP 2011)
Using the a newly developed serologic L. intracellularis assay, a research team found the overall seroprevalence of the bacteria was 68%, with seroprevalence levels on individual farms ranging from 14-100%.
Full-Size Horse Models Teach Equine Clinical Skills
The models allow students to practice a variety of medical procedures before working on a live horse.
Double-Decker Trailer Bill Advances
The bill, H.R. 7, contains language prohibiting the hauling of horses in double-deck trailers.
Humeral Stress Fractures and Return to Racing (AAEP 2011)
The location of the fracture in the humerus impacted racing performance but had no effect on return to racing.
British Showjumping Implements Microchip Rule
The rule requires newly registered horses and ponies competing in national competitions to be microchipped.
Steel Pier Horse Diving Plan Draws Criticism
A plan to reinstate a horse diving act in Atlantic City is drawing criticism from equine welfare advocates.
Survey: Majority Opposes Horse Processing
According to the pollsters, 80% of all those surveyed disapproved of horse processing, while 13% approved.
New Bolton Center Announces New Lecture Schedule
Upcoming topics include moon blindness, headshaking syndrome, metabolic disease, and ocular cancer.
Regional Limb Perfusion for Distal Limb Injuries (AAEP 2011)
This procedure involves intravenous antibiotic delivery to the lower limb via a vein close to the trauma site.
Horses and Super Bowl Commercials
Growing up, I had always watched the Super Bowl for both the game and the commercials. I looked forward to the unique take ad writers
Northern Ireland Drafts Equine Welfare Codes
A key change in the 2011 Act is that action can now be taken by authorities to prevent a horse from suffering.
UK’s Gluck Equine Research Center Celebrates 25 Years
It is one of the few institutes where virtually all faculty conduct full-time research in equine health.
Pfizer and Hippolia Foundation Form Partnership
The strategic partnership is aimed at improving equine health through research and educational programs.
AAEP Foundation Seeking Case Submission for Laminitis Study
Veterinarians can contribute by submitting first-time occurring cases of PEAL in horses they see in practice.
Repairing Jaw Fractures in the Field (AAEP 2011)
Despite their ghastly appearance most jaw fractures can be repaired relatively easily in a field setting.
