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Managing Acute and Chronic Laminitis
Belknap (who co-hosted TheHorse.com’s Webinar on Understanding Laminitis) said the latest research points to laminitis as an intense inflammatory injury of the foot, and it is no longer believed to be solely a blood flow problem.
Diagnosing Muscle Soreness
Last year my 18-year-old Quarter Horse mare became very sensitive to touch on her back and hindquarters.
Equine Therapy: Sound Choices
Many equine therapy devices are available, but which ones work? Keeping your horse in action or getting him sound and back into battle: twin goals of just about everyone who works with competition horses or who spends a chunk of time playing with the
ASPCA Seeks Nominees for Annual Humane Awards
As citizens across the country continue to make their way to the polls for the 2008 Presidential primaries, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is asking the public to cast one more ballot.
As it does every
Track Safety Project Earns Award
The second annual Elastikon Equine Research Award, funded through a grant made by Johnson & Johnson Consumer Products Company to Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation, has been awarded to Wayne McIlwraith, BVSc, PhD, FRCVS, DSc, DrMedVet
Vets Consider ‘Chronic’ Lyme in Horses
Editor’s Note: Updated July 7, 2008, with original information from Dr. Rick Mitchell. Quotes in the original version did not accurately reflect Dr. Mitchell’s comments.)
The Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) recently announced that it will be reviewing the case for “chronic” Lyme disease, as well as the treatments for ongoing symptoms of the tick-borne
Rescues Consider Cost of Equine Welfare Cases
In February the Humane Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (HSPCA) in Columbia, S.C., seized 45 horses. Four months and thousands of dollars later, the criminal cases against the animals’ owners,
Iowa Pony Club Coordinating Equestrian Tornado Relief
Some of the victims of the recent tornadoes in Iowa have lost almost everything they own, including their homes, barns, horses and ponies, and all of their equipment. One of the local Pony Clubs in the affected area has started to collect items
Researchers Focus on Safety for Equine Athletes
Four veterinarians took to the podium at the International Equine Summit, held in Lexington, Ky., April 28-29 to discuss research involving equine athletes. All discussed studies with which they are involved, with the ultimate goal of makin
Illinois Passes ‘Good Samaritan’ Measure for Animal Rescuers
The Illinois Senate recently passed HB 5076, sending the bill into the hands of Governor Rod Blagojevich. The legislation contains “Good Samaritan” provisions to protect rescuers, including veterinarians, from being sued if they rescue
Racehorse Steroids Rule Moves Ahead in New York
The New York State Racing and Wagering Board (NYSRWB) on May 29 passed proposed restrictions on use of anabolic steroids in racehorses for Thoroughbred and Standardbred racing.
Based on a national model rule supported by the Racing
Horses Seized in California Ready for New Homes
Ten horses seized in a California abuse case have been released to go to new homes now that their former owner pleaded no contest to the charges against her.
“We will either auction the horses or sell them to a third party who already has
Vets Consider ?Chronic? Lyme in Horses
Editor’s Note: Updated July 7, 2008, with original information from Dr. Rick Mitchell. Quotes in the original version did not accurately reflect Dr. Mitchell’s comments.)
The Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA)
Targeting Foal Disease (Free Online Horse Course video)
Vets discuss the varied causes of foal mortality, current recommendations for preventing disease, and breaking research information on foal vaccination and immunity.
Big Brown Quarter Crack ‘Not a Setback’
Anyone following Triple Crown races this year knows there’s a lot of controversy about the soundness of Kentucky Derby/Preakness winner Big Brown’s feet. But despite a third hoof problem in his short career–a quarter crack that showed up in his
Suit Filed Against Santa Anita Footing Supplier
The operator of Santa Anita Park has filed a federal lawsuit against the original supplier of its troubled synthetic racing surface, claiming it has suffered at least $8.4 million in damages from improper installation and repair.
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