Latest News – The Horse
Common Parasite Eggs Found in Fecals
What species of parasites are identified in a fecal egg count test?
Trail Riding Safety for Hunting Season
While the fall weather is cooler and often more pleasant for riding, if you live near or trail ride in rural areas it is extremely important that you are aware of hunting season safety points.
Fourth Kentucky Horse Tests Positive for WNV
The unvaccinated 8-year-old Percheron/Standardbred cross mare is reportedly recovering.
Two Indicted on Charges Connected to Horse Hauling Accidents
Two connected to horse transport company Three Angels Farms were indicted earlier this month.
Initial Test Negative in Possible EHV-1 Case
A preliminary EHV-1 test on a horse euthanized at Bowie Training Center came back negative.
Is Clipping Still Stressful for Well-Behaved Horses?
Study results suggest that even if horses don’t seem to mind clipping, they might still find it stressful.
Deworming: One Size Doesn’t Fit All
Work with your veterinarian to develop an individualized deworming plan that caters to your horse’s needs.
What is an FEI Vet?
Right in time for the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, Dr. Erin Denny-Jones talks about what it means to be an FEI vet.
Laminitis Consortium Continues Extensive Research Program
Researchers from The Laminitis Consortium published the results of four more laminitis-associated studies.
Study: Sires’ Genes Form the Equine Placenta
Researchers determined that it’s the sire’s genes that take the lead in developing the mare’s placenta.
Hikers, Bikes and ATVs, Oh My!
We all use trails differently, and we all have a right to be there, safely. How as a user group do we first, stay safe; second,
AVC Receives Donation to Purchase New Equine Surgery Table
A generous donation has allowed the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) to purchase a new equine surgery table.
Pseudo Pregnancy in Horses
Dr. Erin Denney-Jones answers a listener’s question about false pregnancies in mares. Learn the clinical signs and causes.
New Jersey Trail Competition to Benefit New Bolton Center
The ride–a memorial to the Arabian mare, Taffeta Ribbons–will benefit the Penn Vet’s New Bolton Center.
Extinct Zebra Subspecies Could Aid Equine Research
This revived species could offer scientists some exciting equine research opportunities.
RMTC Recommends Stanozolol Prohibition
The recommendation would mean the anabolic steroids would not be permitted in a horse’s system on race day.
