Latest News – The Horse
KHC Puts U.S. Equine Disaster Relief Funds to Work
Horse owners in Kentucky affected by March’s deadly tornadoes have received assistance from the U.S. Equine Disaster relief fund as they work to rebuild what was destroyed by the storms.
Rabies: Scary, But Very Preventable
Every few years I hear a story or receive an email about veterinarians handling a horse with rabies. These accounts are rare, but they’re usually
‘Pinch Grafting’ for Equine Lower Limb Wounds (AAEP 2011)
One researcher concluded, “Pinch grafting is the easiest grafting technique in horses, requires no specialized equipment, and has a similar rate of positive outcomes as other, more advanced grafting techniques.”
TOBA Reaffirms Commitment to Race-Day Drug Ban
Efforts to eliminate race-day medication and a federal bill that aims to create a national standard for medication use in Thoroughbred racehorses were the key topics discussed at a recent Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association board meeting.
Physiology Modifiers in Joint Disease Reviewed (AAEP 2011)
One researcher presented a discussion of the mechanisms and effects of some of the most commonly used physiology modifiers–hyaluronan, polysulfated glycosaminoglycans, and bisphosphonates–in equine joint disease treatment.
Rejuvenating Winter Pastures Seminar Scheduled for April 19
The 2012 University of Maryland (UM) Extension Pasture Management Training Series for Horse Owners is scheduled to begin April 19 at 6:00 p.m. with a lecture on rejuvenating overgrazed winter pastures.
Know How to Use A Stethoscope Before You Need It
The stethoscope is a valuable part of any equine first-aid kit. Here, Juliet Getty, PhD, explains why this piece of equipment is important and why horse owners should know how to use it before an emergency occurs.
FEI Veterinary Protocols
The Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI), as the world governing body of equestrian sport, provides the framework for all FEI events, and central to this framework is horse welfare.
Understanding Equine Osteochondrosis
The overarching umbrella term ‘osteochondrosis’ refers to the abnormal endochondral (within cartilage) ossification, one researcher said. Simply put, it’s the process by which soft cartilage cells transform into hard bone cells.
A Closer Look at Treating Stifle Disease in Horses
Numerous therapeutic modalities are available for equine athletes with stifle injuries, and still others are being examined. Owners of affected horses should consult their veterinarian about which treatment option best suits each patient.
Reward in Ga. Horse Shooting Case Increases to $7,500
An additional anonymous donor has contributed to the reward fund developed to help law enforcement authorities identify and convict whoever is responsible for fatally shooting a Tennessee Walking Horse and wounding a Quarter Horse last month.
AVMA, AAEP, USDA Work to End Soring
After the USDA documented 587 violations of the Horse Protection Act, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP), and the USDA are joining forces to combat the practice.
RSPCA Equine Inspectors to Monitor England’s Grand National
A team of specially trained Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty To Animals (RSPCA) equine inspectors will be attending the three day Grand National meeting this year, which takes place April 12-14 at Aintree Racecourse in Aintree, England.
Biosecurity on the Road
At home, your horse lives in an environment that you or barn staff strive to keep “biosecure,” or well-defended against infectious disease. But when you and your horse head off property, you’re taking him out of that controlled environment and exposing him to unfamiliar horses and possibly illness. Here, we discuss ways to protect your horse from infectious disease when traveling
Ask the Vet LIVE: Upper-Respiratory Disorders, April 19
Experts will answer your questions on topics such as the structures and function of the upper airway, roaring (laryngeal hemiplegia), dorsal displacement of the soft palate, epiglottic entrapment, and much more.
EHV-1: Additional Non-Neurologic Case Identified in Calif.
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has confirmed that a mare from Santa Barbara County, Calif., was positive for a non-neurologic form of equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) at necropsy on April 6.
