Latest News – The Horse
Healthy Horse Manure
From digestion to infectious disease, Dr. Erin Denney-Jones discusses what horse poop tells us about the health of our animals.
TAA Accepting Accreditation Applications
Thoroughbred aftercare organizations can now apply for Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (TAA) accreditation.
Hoof Angles’ Impact on Lameness Examined
Research shows that various angles of the outer and inner hoof are linked to different kinds of lameness.
Barn Fires: The Veterinarian’s Role
A well-thought-out approach to triage after a barn fire can save horses’ lives.
Florida EHV-1: Disease Surveillance Continues
Animal health officials are monitoring horses stabled at the HITS facility in Ocala, Fla., for signs of EHV-1.
EHV-1: Information You Need to Know
Over the past two weeks TheHorse.com has followed reports of equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) positives in Florida, Utah, New Jersey, and Quebec. Sure, this isn’t our
Utah EHV-1: Additional Cases Confirmed
The Utah state veterinarian’s office has now confirmed a total of six equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) cases.
Regulators Discuss Jockey Club Drug Rules
Regulators met via conference call March 4 to discuss new model medication rules set to be adopted by RCI.
Differences in Urine
My two horses’ urine output is very different in smell and color. What could be causing this?
UK Researcher Awarded $2.9 Million for EAV Research
Udeni Balasuriya, BVSc, MS, PhD, will study genetic factors related to the EAV carrier state in stallions.
Selecting the Best Joint Therapy Approach
One veterinarian reviews different non-steroidal joint medications commonly used in equine joint therapy.
Florida EHV-1: One Farm Released from Quarantine
A quarantine on a Wellington horse farm due to EHV-1 has been released; the case count in Ocala holds steady.
EHV-1 Horse Health Alert
Special Edition: We address current EHV-1 cases in North America and offer information to protect your horses.
Breeders’ Cup Will Not Expand Furosemide Ban in 2013
As in 2012, Salix use is prohibited in Breeders’ Cup races for 2-year-olds but allowed in all other races.
UK Equine Programs Career Fair Scheduled for March 5
The event provides college students the opportunity to meet prospective equine industry employers.
UC Davis Expands Equine Dentistry Service
The UC Davis Equine Medicine and Dentistry Service is now able to offer more advanced techniques.
