Latest News – The Horse
Culpepper, Virginia, Horses Test Positive for EHV-1
One horse is recovering with supportive care while the other was euthanized. Both horses are from the same farm.
Poll Recap: Genetic Disease Testing
Of the 270 respondents, only 74 (27%) said they’ve had a horse tested for a genetic disorder or disease.
Study Evaluates Banned, Controlled Substances in Horse Feed
While tiny quantities of some substances were found in samples, researchers say it’s not necessarily cause for concern.
Culpeper, Virginia, Horses Test Positive for EHV-1
One horse is recovering with supportive care while the other was euthanized. Both horses are from the same farm.
ARCI Updates Model Rules, Will Review Penalty Guidelines
Some believe the recommended penalties aren’t enough for egregious violations and too harsh for isolated minor offenses.
Jockey Club’s 2017 Round Table Meeting in the Books
Topics covered included the Horseracing Integrity Act of 2017, Thoroughbred Safety Committee recommendations, and more.
UC Davis Equine Researchers Tackling Coronavirus
Research can help vets better diagnose and treat the disease and horse owners manage or even prevent outbreaks.
BLM Set to Begin Bible Springs Complex Wild Horse Gather
The BLM plans to gather and remove about 100 wild horses from state, private, and BLM-managed lands.
Factors Associated With Septic Pleuropneumonia Survival
A thoracotomy improved affected horses’ survival rates while dehydration increased the odds of death.
102 Reasons to Vaccinate Horses Against Hendra Virus
Since 1994, when the virus was first identified, 102 Australian horses have died or been euthanized due to Hendra virus.
BLM Concludes Marietta Wild Burro Gather
The BLM gathered 129 wild burros within and outside the Marietta Wild Burro Range, in Mineral County, Nevada.
Two More Michigan Horses Test Positive for WNV
A Mecosta County Standardbred is recovering, and a Midland County Quarter Horse was euthanized. Both were unvaccinated.
California Equine WNV Case Count Rises to Five
Two unvaccinated Quarter Horse fillies from Kern and Contra Costa counties are the latest horses to test positive.
Washington Confirms First Equine WNV Case of 2017
The 10-year-old Quarter Horse from Spokane County suffered incoordination and muscle tremors but is recovering.
Understanding Equine Insurance Policies
Experts share frequently asked questions about the types and stipulations of equine insurance.
Cluster of Potomac Horse Fever Cases Confirmed in Kentucky
Veterinarians have confirmed nearly 30 cases so far this year and expect to see more.
