Latest News – The Horse
Louisiana SPCA Probes Cart Horse Death
A horse hitched to a cart on a New Orleans street collapsed and died last week.
Drug Combo Could Improve Safety of Equine Anesthesia
A combination of guiafenesin and propofol reduced adverse reactions that occur when propofol is used alone.
FEI Invites Submissions for 2013 Equine Prohibited List
The FEI’s new system allows external parties to submit suggestions for the 2013 Prohibited Substance List.
New Equine Guelph Tool Helps Horse Owners Identify Lameness
The Lameness Lab will allow horse owners to discover the causes and factors contributing to increased risk.
Laminitis Prevention and Intervention in Hospitalized Horses
Hospitalized horses are at an increased risk for developing laminitis as a complication of injury or illness.
Horse Handling Table Topic (AAEP 2011)
Understanding how the horse sees the world is key to developing a practical handling approach.
MHIB Touch of Class Award Presented to Tiffany McClure
McClure is the International Professional Rodeo Association’s 2010 World Champion Barrel Racer.
AHC Opposes Proposed Changes to Child Labor Rules on Farms
The proposed rule would effectively bar workers under 16 from working in most capacities in agriculture.
High-Field Equine MRI Now Available in Southern California
A mobile MRI suite will be available at Helen Woodward Equine Hospital in Rancho Santa Fe, Calif., as needed.
MSU Veterinary Student Selected for Prestigious Scholarship
The MSU College of Veterinary Medicine congratulates Laura Hoholik, a Markel Scholarship recipient.
Researcher Working to Better Understand West Nile Virus
Bernard is examining interactions between the body, the West Nile virus, and even the mosquito saliva.
Practical Tips for Managing Obese Horses and Ponies
The ideal way to manage an obese horse or pony is to prevent it from becoming obese in the first place.
Norm Luba Named 2011 Friend of the UK Equine Initiative
Luba was recognized for his leadership, vision, and work on behalf of the Equine Initiative.
UK to Host Equine Showcase and Breeders’ Short Course
The events will take place Jan 20-21, 2012 at the UK Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory.
Equine Infectious Disease Control in Developing Countries
Disease control in developing countries must be cost-effective, practical, and acceptable to livestock owners.
Equine Medicine/ Gastrointestinal Issues (AAEP 2011)
Lawsonia infection, a new treatment for choke, and several other topics were discussed during the equine medicine/gastrointestinal issues session at the 2011 American Association of Equine Practitioners convention.
