Latest News – The Horse
Weather Emergencies and Horses
Dr. Rebecca Gimenez discusses dealing with weather disasters.
USDA Issues Rule on Importing Horses from CEM-Affected Countries
APHIS took this action after reviewing probable causes of CEM outbreaks in the United States.
California Mare Tests Positive for Contagious Equine Metritis
A 17-year-old Lusitano mare from California has been confirmed positive for contagious equine metritis.
Optimizing Piroplasmosis Treatment Protocols (AAEP 2012)
Researchers examined ways to minimize gastrointestinal complications when treating EP with imidocarb.
Owners Don’t Take Pictures of Sick Horses
One of the most important conditions to recognize in a horse is also one of the most difficult things to depict in photos: equine pain.
Oklahoma Bills would Facilitate Horse Processing
Horse processing would again be legal if two bills currently pending in that state’s legislature become law.
NYRA Establishes Equine Safety Review Board
The board will review and assess fatal equine racing and training injuries at NYRA’s three racetracks.
Timing of Gelding
Is there any loss of body size or development from early gelding?
European Horsemeat Scandal Expands
France, Sweden, and The Netherlands have confirmed products sold within their borders could contain horsemeat.
Exertional Rhabdomyolysis: Not Just Tying-Up Anymore
Researchers have worked tirelessly to better understand the disorder, its causes, and how to best manage it.
American Horse Publications Announces 2013 Student Travel Award Winners
Three students pursuing careers in equine publishing have earned trips to AHP’s annual seminar.
Cornell Student Wins National Institute of Health Research Award
Lauren Schnabel, DVM, Dipl. ACVS, has earned a grant to study stem cell treatments for horses.
Study: Condition the Genes and the Horse for Competition
Researchers suggest horse genes need to prepare for high performance-associated stress.
Pennsylvania Standardbred Racehorse Deaths Probed
Authorities are investigating two unrelated incidents occurring 15 minutes apart at The Meadows Racetrack.
Musical Horses
Sunday night we celebrated music’s brightest stars with the Grammys. However, one act was greatly missed–the equine rockers. From Stockholm, Sweden, we have the recorder
Using Intra-Articular Corticosteroids (AAEP 2012)
With appropriate care and use, vets can mitigate some risks associated with intra-articular corticosteroids.
