Latest News – The Horse
Lecture on Nuclear Scintigraphy Scheduled
On Jan. 2, the New Bolton Center will present “Bone Scans: Nuclear Scintigraphy and Your Horse.”
LSU Seeks Horses with Front Limb Lameness Due to OA
The study will test a novel neutriceutical for the treatment of lameness in horses due to osteoarthritis.
Heated Barns and Horses: Special Considerations Needed
Heating horse barns can cause a host of respiratory and other problems if done incorrectly.
Sport Horse/Jumpers Practice Table Topic (AAEP 2011)
Attendees discussed the horse’s overall work program, assessment, conditioning strategies, and more.
Support Strategies in Chronic Laminitis Cases
One veterinarian says designing a specific strategy that addresses all the needs of an affected foot is key.
2011 WEVA Congress a Success
Equine welfare was one of the themes of the 12th Congress, held Nov. 2-5, 2011, in Hyderabad, India.
Horses Get Star Treatment on Set
“(Spielberg) told us from the beginning that the horse always has to be happy,” one production member said.
Horse Rescues Share Holiday Wish Lists
When it comes to helping equine welfare groups, knowing what rescue operators need most is key.
Horses Get Star Treatment on War Horse Set
When you’re making horses into movie stars like Steven Spielberg and his crew did with War Horse, it’s important to make peace and fun–not war–with the horse, according to the film’s equine professionals and an international horse behavior expert.
Neurological Disease Mini Symposium: Cervical Stabilization
Brett Woodie, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVS, of Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital discusses surgical CVM stabilization for wobbler syndrome, as well at post-operative rehabilitation option.
2012 CSU Equine Reproduction Lectures Scheduled
Get in-depth education and hands-on experience in the reproductive management of stallions, mares, and foals.
UK Equine Science Class Assists Equine Therapy Program
Students in the UK equine career preparation raised more than $700 for Angel Heart Farm.
Diagnosing Equine Ataxia: Go Back to Basics
Go back to basics to understand what ataxia is and how to diagnose the cause for ataxia in affected horses.
Equine Reproduction News (AAEP 2011)
The 2011 AAEP convention featured presentations on many aspects of managing fertility in horses including testicular biopsy for stallions, cervical ultrasound exams, cervical wedge procedure for pyometra, and more.
Cushing’s Disease and Equine Metabolic Syndrome
Three veterinarians discuss the challenges of properly diagnosing and treating/managing horses afflicted with equine Cushing’s disease, equine metabolic syndrome, and associated laminitis.
Cushing’s Disease and EMS Horse Course Archived
“Cushing’s Disease and Equine Metabolic Syndrome” was presented by three authorities on the topics.
