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West Nile Virus Q & A with Peter Timoney, FRCVS, PhD
Peter Timoney, FRCVS, PhD, is head of the Gluck Equine Research Center in Kentucky and one of the world’s leading authorities on equine infectious disease.
Q: What is West Nile encephalitis?
Inflammation of the
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Hong Kong Temporarily Suspends Import Of Horses From North America
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West Nile Virus 1999 Update
The U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention yesterday confirmed that in Suffolk County, NY, at least one dead horse tested positive for the West Nile-like virus. Another 10 horses that displayed symptoms
The Latest West Nile Virus Update
Twenty-one of the cases of West Nile virus (WNV) in horses were handled and treated by the Mattituck-Laurel Veterinary Hospital, in Laurel, N.Y. Of those 21, eight have died or were euthanized. An additional horse, a Thoroughbred, might be euthanized tonight, following intensive exam by the United States Department of Agriculture.
John E. Andresen, DVM, is the equine specialist
West Nile Virus Confirmed (no longer “-like”)
According to the United States Department of Agriculture, the unique disease outbreak in NY horses is no longer the “West Nile-like” virus. It now has been confirmed as the actual West Nile virus.
Centers for Disease Control have not yet issued a statement that would confirm West Nile virus in the dead birds found in CT and NJ.
More reports and an in-depth question/answer
West Nile-Like Virus Confirmed In NY, Suspected in NJ, Conn.
Determined To Be The Cause Of Human And Equine Illnesses In New York City
For the first time, West Nile virus–or a new subtype of that virus–has been confirmed in humans and horses in the United States. The
USDA Takes Action On West Nile Virus
According to a USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service press release from Oct. 13, the U.S. Department of Agriculture is taking several steps to ensure that the West Nile virus (WNV) does not have a detrimental effect
Colic: To Walk Or Not To Walk
Despite what has been passed down through the years, it is acceptable for a colicky horse to lie down. Furthermore, it is considered unlikely that the horse will twist the intestines by rolling.
New Equine Viral Arteritis Brochure Helps Horse Owners Prevent Disease
The potentially life-threatening disease Equine Viral Arteritis (EVA) and its effect on young foals and pregnant mares is the subject of a new client-education brochure developed by the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP).
Don’t Be A Dark Horse — Safey Tips For Road Riders
As the days draw in and the weather is dull, riders need to be sure that they can be seen when riding on the road by wearing bright fluorescent and reflective clothing.
According to British Horse Society figures, every year there are
Scientists Sleuth Forage Secrets
How do certain forage plants coax cattle, sheep and goats into coming back for more? Scientists at the USDA’s Agricultural Research Service are sleuthing the secrets of how to tempt the palates of these ruminants.
Knowing more about the
Equine Dental Care is More Than Just Floating Teeth
When you schedule an appointment for yourself at the dentist’s office, you usually mark off a whole afternoon on your calendar. You have X rays, get a thorough cleaning of each and every tooth, maybe get a tooth or two filled—and you almost
Your Horse’s Limbs: Does Form Follow Function?
We asked several leading experts for their take on the conformation-performance-soundness issue.
When Joints Fail: Osteochondrosis
Osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) is an affliction, if left untreated, that can have long-term harmful effects on the young, growing horse as well as the performing or racing horse. OCD actually is a disease subset of osteochondrosis and
Theft and Horse Identification
Horse theft is a reality. Regardless of breed or discipline, it can happen to you. Mary Beth Jacobs learned that painful lesson the morning of Sept. 29, 1997, when she arrived at Lone Star Stables in Ft. Worth. Lucky Lady, her bay
