Latest News – The Horse
International Equine Disease Report Third Quarter 2011
Contagious equine metritis, dourine, influenza, and strangles were among the disease reported.
Does Equine Hoof Shape Have an Effect on Soundness?
Certain hoof characteristics can be associated with chronic lameness, while others point to a sound horse.
Genomics and Infectious Disease
Genomics is in its infancy, and we have a lot to learn. But have no doubt, its impact on equine infectious diseases will be as great as that of vaccination and antibiotics.
Wisconsin Horse Nutrition Workshop Scheduled for Feb. 11
Topics of discussion will include vitamin and mineral supplementation, managing hay, and ration balancing.
Missouri Court Rules in Nonveterinarian Dentist Case
A judge ruled that a non-veterinarian equine dentist could not perform tooth-floating services for pay.
Riders4Helments to Host 3rd Helmet Safety Symposium
Safety topics will be discussed by leading equestrians and representatives from equestrian organizations.
Industry Standards for Frangible Cross-Country Jumps Defined
In order to keep the competition fair breakaway cross-country jumps must follow the new industrial standards.
Diagnosis and Treatment of Kidney Diseases in Horses
Acute kidney injury, or compromised renal function, is often reversible if treated appropriately and promptly.
Understanding Potomac Horse Fever
Potomac horse fever often poses a diagnostic challenge because of its varied clinical presentations.
Thoroughbred Stallion Einstein To Help Kentucky Students
The value of Einstein’s stud fee will be donated to the Race for Education’s Starting Gate Youth Program.
Back Pain in Horses Table Topic (AAEP 2011)
Topics discussed included diagnostic methods, types of back pain, kissing spines, and treatment methods.
East Texas Horse Rescue Receives Grant from ASPCA
The $4,000 grant will be used to buy hay for the organization’s rescued horses.
Recognize Insulin Resistance Before Laminitis Onset
Picking up on subtle signs of hyperinsulinemia is one way veterinarians can try to halt laminitis onset.
Biologic/Therapeutic Lameness Treatments (AAEP 2011)
New insights on stem cell harvesting, antibiotics with stem cell use, and many more lameness treatments from the 2011 American Association of Equine Practitioners convention (interview with moderator Dr. Lisa Fortier of Cornell University).
New Vocations to Receive Donation from Breeders’ Cup Winner
The donation honors the colt Hansen’s win in the 2011 Grey Goose Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Stakes.
Horse Connected to New York Cruelty Case Dies
The Morgan mare’s exact cause of death remains under investigation. The horse died on Jan 3.
