Latest News – The Horse
Drug to Treat PPID Clinical Signs Receives FDA Approval
The newly approved medication is the first and only FDA-approved product for managing PPID in horses.
BHA: Changes to Grand National Could Improve Equine Welfare
Recommended changes include raising the minimum equine age allowed to run and expanded veterinary inspections.

FEI President Celebrates Equine Vets at 2011 WEVA Congress
FEI President HRH Princess Haya delivered the opening address at the 2011 WEVA Congress in India on Nov. 2.
California Rancher Faces 70 Animal Cruelty Charges
Dwight Bennett allegedly starved more than 50 horses on his ranch; Faces 70 counts of animal cruelty.
ELCR Elects Colby Balazs to Board of Directors
A three-day eventer, Balazs is familiar with land use issues and is especially sensitive to land conservation.
Botulism or Ticks Likely Caused Australian Horse Deaths
Botulism and scrub tick infestations both cause the progressive muscular paralysis seen in the deceased horses
Community Vote Set on Slots for Florida Barrel Racers
The community will vote on if slot machines will be allowed at the first pari-mutuel barrel racing facility.

Researchers Use Models to Learn Why Equine Bodies Break
Using computational modeling, researchers can examine “what if” scenarios related to equine injuries.
A Whale Tale
Attorneys for the animal rights group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) filed a lawsuit in federal district court last week claiming that

What’s Up with Wobblers?
Wobbler syndrome is no longer a death sentence for horses if detected and managed early.
Endotoxemia Explained
Endotoxin release–which happens when the bowel’s checks and balances are altered–causes serious issues.

Run-In Shed Rundown
A good run-in shed, whether simple or elaborate, should follow some basic design concepts.
The Horse as a Model for Human Research
Equine disease research results could be used to investigate similar health conditions in humans.
Pfizer Returns to AAEP Convention for Four Days of CE
Pfizer will support continuing education (CE) for the organization’s veterinarian and student members.
County Set to Vote on Florida Barrel Racing
Voters will decide if slot machines at the facility where a pari-mutuel barrel racing meet will be held.
Deadline Date for 2012 AHP Student Award Contest Jan. 16
Up to three $750 travel awards to attend the 2012 AHP Seminar will be awarded to applicants.



