Latest News – The Horse
Two Florida Horses Confirmed EEE Positive
Two horses residing in Lake County, Fla., have died after contracting EEE; neither was vaccinated.
Gastric Ulcer Supplements for Horses Evaluated
Researchers noted no significant effects of treating horses with an anti-ulcerogenic supplement.
Tennessee Walking Horse Trainer Sentenced to Probation
Inspectors determined that a horse in the trainer’s care was bilaterally sore and wearing a nerve cord.
Equine Piroplasmosis Table Topic (AAEP 2011)
Topics discussed included racetrack testing requirements, current testing options, and recent reerach results.
Lloyd’s of London: 30 Years of Support for UK Vet Science
Lloyd’s of London recently presented the University of Kentucky College of Agriculture a check for $45,000.
UC Davis Lecture Addresses Foot Shape, Shoeing Lame Horses
Sue Dyson, MA, VetMB, PhD, DEO, FRCVS, and Chris Gregory, CJF, FWCF, will present at the lecture in January.
Efficacy of High-Intensity Training for Racehorses
One common training method might not be as effective at conditioning racehorses as once thought.
Rutgers ESC Announces 2012 Spirit of the Horse Award Winner
Liz Durkin sponsored R.U. Levi, a Wobbler syndrome-afflicted Mustang who now serves as a teaching horse.
Slower Feeding is Safer Feeding for Horses
A better equine feeding system will offer small amounts of grain and forage over many hours.
Beanie–A Public Servant
Despite a life fraught with challenges, the mare has stood tall, both literally and figuratively, and many people have reaped the rewards of her kindness and perseverance.
Healing the Hoof During Therapy or Layup
Farriers can help devise a hoof care plan to helps a performance horse return to work as soon as possible.
Pigeon Fever Cases in Reported in Louisiana Horses
More than 30 cases of pigeon fever in horses have been recently identified in Louisiana.
Outbreak Alert Helps in Fighting Equine Disease
Since June 2011, the program has provided notification of more than 500 equine disease reports to subscribers.
Equitarian Outreach Table Topic (AAEP 2011)
The Equitarian Initiative educates veterinarians interested in helpding working equids worldwide.
Cohen Discusses Epidemiology at AAEP Convention
Veterinarians use the principles of evidence-based medicine when they diagnose patients.
Mare and Foal Care: Free Webinar
Topics covered in the webinar will include late-term mare care, foaling, and newborn/young foal care.
