Latest News – The Horse
Cushing’s Disease and Equine Metabolic Syndrome
Three veterinarians discuss the challenges of properly diagnosing and treating/managing horses afflicted with equine Cushing’s disease, equine metabolic syndrome, and associated laminitis.
Equine Reproduction News (AAEP 2011)
The 2011 AAEP convention featured presentations on many aspects of managing fertility in horses including testicular biopsy for stallions, cervical ultrasound exams, cervical wedge procedure for pyometra, and more.
Pastern Lucencies’ Effect on Racing Performance (AAEP 2011)
Certain lucencies should be taken seriously as they appear to have a significant effect on racing performance.
Late-Term Mare and Foal Care Webinar Now Archived
TheHorse.com’s webinar on late-term mare and foal care is now available for viewing on demand.
CSU Equine Reproduction Lab to Begin Rebuilding in 2012
Plans to rebuild the laboratory are in final design stages and construction should begin next summer.
Sweeney Receives 2011 EQUUS Foundation Humanitarian Award
Molly Sweeney has been chosen as the 2011 recipient of The EQUUS Foundation Humanitarian Award.
Winter Feed Changes: Use Caution when Adjusting Rations
Horses need more feed to replace energy loss brought about by harsh conditions as the temperature turn colder.
Growing Researchers
Every year research progress is made and can help more horses. So, how did this group of scientists make a career out of equine research?
Challenges in Hydrating and Balancing Equine Electrolytes
Horses do not have the same drive to drink while competing as humans, one researcher explained.
Australian Authorities Investigating 25 Horse Carcasses
The New South Wales DPI is investigating the discovery of 25 dead horses in the state’s northwest region.
Equine Guelph to Offer Equine Welfare Online Course
Equine Guelph is pleased to announce the first offering of the Equine Welfare online course.
Cause of New York Carriage Horse’s Death Remains Unknown
Despite the completion of a gross necropsy, a New York City carriage horse’s cause of death remains unknown.
Lyme Disease Table Topic (AAEP 2011)
Topics discussed clinical signs, treatment options, diagnostic tests, and vaccination against Lyme disease.
Take Winter by Storm–On-Farm Emergency Preparedness
We’ve been lucky so far; most of North America has survived the first part of winter without much in the way of major storms. But
State Of The States
It’s that festive time of year againÑtrees and lights and presents and carols and turkey . . . and the Animal Legal Defense Fund’s annual
Not all Equine Heart Abnormalities are Abnormal
While some equine heart problems can be life- or career-threatening others typically don’t impact performance.
