Latest News – The Horse
Poll Recap: EPM Experiences
Of the 467 respondents, only 118 (25%) said they have owned a horse with equine protozoal myeloencephalitis.
New Mexico EHV-1: Case Count Rises to 70
Meanwhile, two local training centers–Jovi and Lazy S–have been released from quarantine.
Idaho BLM Seeks Comments on Motor Vehicles, Horse Management
The BLM is seeking public comment for an annual statewide hearing on motorized vehicle use in wild horse management.
Peat Gets Thumbs Up as Horse Bedding
Peat might not be pretty, but study results suggest it might be better for your horse’s health than wood shavings.
Mindfulness Training Could Help Combat ‘Compassion Fatigue’
Improving resiliency can equip veterinarians to combat distress and burnout, and help them lead healthier lives.
A Review of the Many Faces of Placentitis
Placentitis can wreak havoc for mare owners, so it’s important for vets to have a good understanding of the condition.
Tips for Maintaining Senior Horses’ Weight
Learn how to alter senior horses’ diets to maximize health and longevity in the face of common health issues.
The ABCs of FECTs
Fecal egg count tests (FECTs) allow veterinarians to develop a tailored deworming schedule for each horse.
Vaccinate Texas Horses for EEE, WNV
Officials are urging vaccination following high disease rates in Texas horses last year.
Practical In-House Epididymal Semen Collection
Cryopreserved epididymal sperm can be valuable if a stallion will be castrated or if he dies unexpectedly.
Stallion Reproductive Disorders: Focus on Hemospermia
Reproductive tract injuries can result in the presence of blood in a stallion’s ejaculate, called hemospermia.
University of Tennessee to Host Conference for Horse Owners
Lecture topics include nutrition, PPID, parasitology, back pain, toxic plants, natural foot care, and dentistry.
Hyperimmune Plasma and R. equi Pneumonia Severity
Giving foals hyperimmune plasma did not prevent infection, but it did reduce the severity of R. equi pneumonia.
Is My Compost Pile Going to Combust?
Our digital managing editor thought her manure pile was about to burst into flames. Find out why she needn’t worry.
Pain Management Options for Laminitis, Foals, and More
Veterinarians share their experiences in delivering pain management and discuss the pros and cons of various drugs.
Free Lecture to Cover Equine Neurology, Lameness
Neil Mittelman, DVM, and Holly Stewart, VMD, will present a joint lecture on March 1 at the New Bolton Center.
