Latest News – The Horse
New FDA-Approved Pergolide Product
A new FDA-approved Pergolide product offers options in the management of clinical signs associated with pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID), also known as equine Cushing’s disease.
New Insulin Resistance Test Method for Horses (AAEP 2011)
The new test correlated well with the conventional insulin-sensitivity test and it was repeatable.
Miss. Authorities Seek Owner of Injured, Abandoned Horse
The 4- to 5-year-old sorrel male Tennessee Walking Horse was discovered on March 2, standing on a roadside.
Animal Transportation Association Coverage, Day 1
This week, I’m reporting from the Animal Transportation Association’s 38th Annual International Conference, held at the Coast Coal Harbour Hotel in downtown Vancouver, British Columbia,
Post-Colic Care
Why do some horses seem predisposed to experiencing colic episodes? And, if your horse has colicked in the past, what can you do to help prevent it from happening again?
Third Eyelid Removal in Horses: Options Compared (AAEP 2011)
Removal of the equine third eye lid using sedation and local anesthesia appears to be safe and effective.
California Non-Neurologic EHV-1: Surveillance Continues
The CDFA recommends owners of potentially exposed horses continue monitoring animals for signs of disease.
Pfizer Announces 2012 Veterinary Scholarship Recipients
Pfizer awarded $2,500 each to 331 second- and third-year veterinary students at accredited universities.
Spontaneous Quarter Crack? Check for Sheared Heels
One researcher says that it is very rare to see a spontaneous quarter crack not associated with sheared heels.
Ask the Vet LIVE: Post-Colic Care Podcast Archived
Ask the Vet LIVE Podcast recording for post-colic care is now archived.
USHJA Joins Unwanted Horse Coalition
The Coalition’s mission is to reduce the number of unwanted horses and to improve their welfare.
Lecture on Identifying an Equine Emergency Scheduled
On April 3, New Bolton Center will present “It’s 10 p.m. and My Horse Isn’t Right: When is it an Emergency?”
Benefits of Casts for Severe Horse Limb Injuries (AAEP 2011)
An equine surgeon described an improved casting technique to reduce cast complications.
Texas Horse Attacker Sought
Texas authorities are seeking whoever is responsible for beating a horse before setting it ablaze.
Top Thoroughbred Sire Fortunate Prospect, 31, Euthanized
The son of Thoroughbred stallion Northern Prospect out of the Lucky Debonair mare Fortunate Bid was 31.
Local Anesthesia’s Effect on MRIs of Horse Feet (AAEP 2011)
Researchers recently examined whether diagnostic anesthesia could skew the results of equine foot MRIs.
