Latest News – The Horse
Managing Chronic Laminitis
Horses with chronic laminitis should be closely monitored during treatment and recovery. Here’s what to consider.
South Carolina Confirms First Equine EEE Case for 2016
The affected horse from Horry County has been euthanized.
Poll Recap: Volunteering in the Horse Industry
Of the 633 respondents, 305 (48%) said they volunteer their time in the horse industry.
UC Davis Acquires First Equine PET Scanner
PET reveals activity at the molecular level and detects changes in tissue before the size or shape is modified.
Lecture to Feature New Bolton Center Medical Director
Dr. Barbara Dallap Schaer will share the latest developments at the New Bolton Center and take questions on June 7.
Is Surgery an Option for Equine Cushing’s Disease?
Researchers recently described a novel and still experimental procedure designed to treat PPID with positive results.
Supplement Use in Performance Horses
Take a look at some commonly fed supplements and the theories behind their use.
Massachusetts Horse Owners Urged to Vaccinate
Officials advise owners to ensure horses are protected from West Nile virus and Eastern equine encephalitis.
‘Lily’ Adopted
Comedian Jon Stewart and his wife Tracey adopted the mare who recovered after being abandoned at an auction barn.
Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, Horse Tests Positive for EIA
Thirty-four equids on the affected Enon Valley premises will be quarantined for at least 60 days.
LSU Seeking Horses With Gastric Ulcers for Study
Clinicians are evaluating a new investigational drug for treating equine gastric ulcers.
NDSU Extension to Hold Equine Workshops
Lecture topics include weed identification, pasture management; deworming, composting, vaccination programs, and more.
BEVA Receives Award for Antibiotic Stewardship
The British Equine Veterinary Association was the only organization from the veterinary profession to be recognized.
Obesity: Cause or Consequence of Metabolic Disease?
The team confirmed that EMS horses aren’t always fat, but that obesity can point to an underlying metabolic condition.
Exaggerator Victorious in Sloppy Preakness
Meanwhile, Uncle Lino was vanned off following the race with what appears to be a minor tendon injury.
AVA Welcomes New Annual Hendra Booster Vaccine
The Hendra virus vaccine has now been approved to be delivered annually following initial administration.
