Latest News – The Horse
Bone Marrow-Derived Stem Cell Sources Compared (AAEP 2011)
Aspiration site should depend on clinician preference, as the cells from both sites behave similarly.
Pennsylvania Horse Vet Charged with Sodomy
A Pennsylvania veterinarian is facing criminal charges in connection with the alleged sexual assault of horse
Pa. Woman Accused of Selling Thoroughbreds to Slaughter
Lefever was charged for allegedly promising to retrain and rehome four horses then selling them for slaughter.
PRP, Bone Marrow for Tendon/Ligament Injuries (AAEP 2011)
Mixed study results indicate more research is needed to determine dosing frequency and therapeutic window.
Ropes Around Horses and Humans–Beware The Dangers
Using ropes around horses is a natural thing to do. We horsemen and women use them to lead and tie our horses as well as
EHV-1 California Outbreak Increases to 11 Confirmed Cases
Two more cases of equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) have been confirmed today, with the two horses displaying
EHV-1 Confirmed in Ontario
One horse was euthanized after testing positive for the neurologic form of the virus in early January.
The Horse Trust Launches New Influenza Vaccination Policy
More travelling and visitors for residents, and the admission of rescue cases prompted the new policy.
EHV-1: What We Know and What We Learned (AAEP 2011)
The multistate outbreak in 2011 illustrated the need for infectious disease control in the equine community.
“Colic in 3D: The Glass Horse” Lecture Scheduled
On Tuesday, Feb.7, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., the New Bolton Center will present “Colic in 3D: The Glass Horse.”
Sporting Activity After Colic Surgery in Horses (AAEP 2011)
In the current study most horses successfully returned to their prior athletic function after colic surgery.
Build a Mounting Block
After recent ACL knee surgery, when I was finally allowed to get back on my horse I needed a good mounting block to do so.
In-Depth: Equine Neurology (AAEP 2011)
Robert MacKay, BVSc, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, talks about ways veterinarians can easily diagnose nerologic diseases at the 2011 AAEP Convention.
California EHV-1: Case Total Rises to Nine
An additional horse was confirmed EHV-1-positive and another was euthanized in connection with the outbreak.
Tennessee Horse Hauler Charged
The driver is facing multiple violations in connection with a rollover accident that killed three horses.
Kentucky Panel Approves New Racing Medication Rules
The Equine Drug Research Council gave approval to changes in disciplinary measures for medication violations.
