Latest News – The Horse
2016 Western Veterinary Conference: Tuesday’s Top Tweets
Tweets and take-homes from the equine lameness and colic sessions at the 2016 Western Veterinary Conference.
Surgical Repair of Hock Fractures in Sport Horses Successful
Researchers say a screw fixation procedure can help sport horses return to function after a central tarsus fracture.
TAHC Releases Equine Herpesvirus Quarantine
Texas officials have released the El Paso premises quarantined for equine herpesvirus.
Equine Rabies Reported in Florida
This is Florida’s first reported equine rabies case of 2016.
2016 Western Veterinary Conference: Monday’s Top Tweets
View some of our news editor’s tweets and take-homes from Day 1 of the 2016 Western Veterinary Conference in Las Vegas.
New NMRC Rules for Entering a Track or Training Center
The New Mexico Racing Commission has announced new rules for horses entering licensed facilities.
Couple Charged in Connecticut Horse Cruelty Case
State authorities have seized 32 horses from an Andalusian, Friesian, and Gypsy Vanner breeding operation.
Poll Recap: Spring Foalings
Of the 395 poll respondents, 286 (72%) said they aren’t expecting a foal this spring.
Managing Castration Complications in the Field
For gelding, postoperative problems can range from mild swelling to devastating intestinal prolapse.
Spring Health Preparations
Check all these tasks off your list as you transition your horse into the spring riding season.
Antibiotic-Anesthetic Combo Effective Lower Limb Treatment
Vets can use amikacin and mepivacaine to safely and effectively treat lower limb injuries in standing, sedated horses.
Royal Veterinary College Partners with Dubai Equine Hospital
The agreement will provide annual scholarships for Emirati students to study veterinary medicine at the RVC.
Autologous Vaccination a Safe, Affordable Sarcoid Treatment
The procedure involves removing a sarcoid from the horse and implanting pieces of it back into the horse’s neck.
More Research Needed to Ensure Horses Stay Safe From Tetanus
An Australian veterinarian is researching the role tetanus vaccine has in preventing disease in horses in that country.
Carl Pollard Challenge Kicks off TRF Endowment Campaign
Proceeds from the endowment will be used primarily for horse care expenses.
15 Facts About Breeding Sport Horses
Learn about the special challenges related to breeding sport horse mares and stallions in our Vet On Demand companion!
