Latest News – The Horse
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.
Pennsylvania Man Accused of Fraud
Brian A. Rowlands was arrested for allegedly stealing several thousand dollars from the Pennsylvania Morgan Horse Club.
Okeechobee County, Florida, Horse Tests Positive for EIA
This is the first Florida EIA case in 2016, the Equine Disease Communication Center reported.
Equine Neurologic Exams: Be Thorough and Consistent
Thorough exams can help vets localize lesions to specific areas of the nervous system based on observed clinical signs.
Is Equine Coronavirus Prevalent in Nasal Secretions?
Researchers found low detection rates in nasal secretions from horses with fever and signs of respiratory disease.
Horses Can Read Human Emotions, Study Shows
For the first time horses have been shown to be able to distinguish between angry and happy human facial expressions.
National Stud at Newmarket Quarantined for EHV- 1
The affected filly is receiving veterinary care and is expected to make a full recovery.
New Mexico EHV-1: Case Count Rises to 61
Three horses were released from the isolation barn on Feb. 9 and eight exposed barns have returned to nonexposed status.
Thrush: That Black, Smelly, Gooey Stuff
Thrush is a common hoof problem, and the best treatment is one that is individualized to your situation.
EHV-1 Confirmed in California Polo Pony
A 14-year-old polo pony from Riverside County that was euthanized after developing neurologic signs tested positive.
How Do You Break the Cycle of Thrush?
Dr. Ashley Embly answers a question about managing thrush in horses who live in wet environments.
Wobbler Syndrome: What’s Going on With the Neck Vertebrae?
Researchers examined bone and cartilage lesions on MRI and micro-CT to better understand their distribution and type.
Six Honored International Hoof Care Summit
Three farriers and three vets were inducted into the Horseshoeing and Equine Veterinarian Halls Of Fame, respectively.
Farm Tour: Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center
Take a tour of a leading U.S. therapeutic horseback riding center that’s managed with the environment in mind.
Don’t Ignore Your Horse’s Hooves this Winter and Spring
Don’t put your horse at risk for developing problems such as thrush and abscesses. Here’s how to prevent these issues.
Treating PSD in Sport Horses: Surgery, Shock Wave, or Both?
Recent study results suggest that shock wave can help horses return to function faster than surgery or rest alone.
