Latest News – The Horse
Initial Missouri Horse Processing Plant Site Nixed
Developers cited high site preparation costs as the reason for abandoning the Mountain Grove location.
Vaccinate Early to Combat Eastern Equine Encephalomyelitis
With its high mortality rate and lack of effective treatment, EEE poses a serious threat to the horse health.
Supportive Care for Foals with Pharyngeal Dysfunction
A recent study suggests that with supportive care affected foals can lead healthy and productive lives.
Improved Test for Equine Ovarian Tumor Diagnosis (AAEP 2011)
A recent study showed anti-Mullerian hormone levels is a useful test for detecting granulosa cell tumors.
‘Luck’ Filming Suspended After Third Horse Dies
The animal was being led back to its barn after a veterinary check when the horse reared and fell backwards.
Tornado-Tossed Horse Under Kentucky Veterinarian’s Care
The 6-year-old gelding is recovering after a tornado swept him up from a pasture and dropped him into a house.
Assisted Equine Reproduction Horse Course Archived
Foss explained a number of scientifically advanced assisted reproduction techniques and relayed how they work.
Approach to Assisted Equine Reproduction
Rob Foss, DVM, of Equine Medical Services in Columbia, Mo., discusses equine reproductive technology, including oocyte transfer, embryo cryoperservation, in-vitro oocyte maturation, in-vitro fertilization, intracytoplasmic sperm injection, and more.
Meeting Of The Minds
Contract woes come in a variety of flavors, like ice cream. A few disputes arise because someone never bothered to read the contract. (“I’m sorry,
Pasture Equipment Basics for Horse Properties
In my last post we covered some of the more basic of manure management equipment. This week I’ll cover pasture equipment. Down the road I’ve
Talkin’ Horses: Lane’s End Staff on Zenyatta Now Archived
Those responsible for the care of Zenyatta discussed her pregnancy will be on hand to answer questions.
Bute and Banamine: Avoid Using Together (AAEP 2011)
Research indicates that combining NSAIDs achieved no better results than using either drug alone.
Ill. Barn Fire Claims Triple Crown Winners’ Descendants
Four mares and two stallions, both Triple Crown winners’ descendants, were killed in the March 10 barn fire.
USDA to Host Listening Session on Soring at Ky. Horse Park
The USDA hopes to obtain public feedback on its Horse Protection Program and soring.
A Blood Test to Detect Equine IAD?
One researcher said equine IAD is associated with an increase in surfactant protein D blood levels.
Biosecurity Agreement
To educate participants and increase compliance with safe practices, show or event managers might want to include an agreement in a stall packet or in online show/event information, requiring a signature on a compliance agreement.
These are general biosecurity guidelines and each event/facility should tailor the agreement to their specific needs and circumstances.
