Latest News – The Horse
Pa. Woman Accused of Selling Thoroughbreds to Slaughter
Lefever was charged for allegedly promising to retrain and rehome four horses then selling them for slaughter.
PRP, Bone Marrow for Tendon/Ligament Injuries (AAEP 2011)
Mixed study results indicate more research is needed to determine dosing frequency and therapeutic window.
Ropes Around Horses and Humans–Beware The Dangers
Using ropes around horses is a natural thing to do. We horsemen and women use them to lead and tie our horses as well as
Sporting Activity After Colic Surgery in Horses (AAEP 2011)
In the current study most horses successfully returned to their prior athletic function after colic surgery.
“Colic in 3D: The Glass Horse” Lecture Scheduled
On Tuesday, Feb.7, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., the New Bolton Center will present “Colic in 3D: The Glass Horse.”
EHV-1: What We Know and What We Learned (AAEP 2011)
The multistate outbreak in 2011 illustrated the need for infectious disease control in the equine community.
The Horse Trust Launches New Influenza Vaccination Policy
More travelling and visitors for residents, and the admission of rescue cases prompted the new policy.
EHV-1 Confirmed in Ontario
One horse was euthanized after testing positive for the neurologic form of the virus in early January.
EHV-1 California Outbreak Increases to 11 Confirmed Cases
Two more cases of equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) have been confirmed today, with the two horses displaying
Build a Mounting Block
After recent ACL knee surgery, when I was finally allowed to get back on my horse I needed a good mounting block to do so.
In-Depth: Equine Neurology (AAEP 2011)
Robert MacKay, BVSc, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, talks about ways veterinarians can easily diagnose nerologic diseases at the 2011 AAEP Convention.
Joint Lubrication and Injury Response (AAEP 2011)
Treatment goals should be to aid in performance without eliminating the joint’s natural response to injury.
S.C. Bill would Expand Equine Activity Liability Law
The bill requires that warning signs be posted at riding trails operated by equine activity sponsors.
Kentucky Panel Approves New Racing Medication Rules
The Equine Drug Research Council gave approval to changes in disciplinary measures for medication violations.
Tennessee Horse Hauler Charged
The driver is facing multiple violations in connection with a rollover accident that killed three horses.
California EHV-1: Case Total Rises to Nine
An additional horse was confirmed EHV-1-positive and another was euthanized in connection with the outbreak.
