Latest News – The Horse
Pfizer Animal Health is Now Zoetis
The animal health division of Pfizer has become Zoetis, a stand-alone animal health company.
Head Position Impacts Kissing Spines Evaluation (AAEP 2012)
How a horse stands during X rays might influence how vets interpret images when diagnosing kissing spines.
EHV-1: A Senior Perspective
In my role as news editor of The Horse and TheHorse.com, it’s my job to seek out current horse health happenings, find the details, and
Michigan Bill would Establish Registry for Animal Abusers
If the bill becomes law, Michigan would be the first state to establish a statewide animal abuser registry.
Results of EU Horsemeat Study Released
EU officials tested beef products for the presence of horsemeat and horse carcasses for the presence of Bute.
2013 Western Veterinary Conference Wrap Up
Get a front-row seat to equine health lectures from one of the West Coast’s largest veterinary conferences. Topics include EPM testing and treatment, vestibular diseases, wobbler syndrome, Cushing’s (PPID), equine head injuries, probiotics, and more.
Three Elected to AHC Board
The AHC has elected John Long, Scott Wells, and Don Treadway to the organization’s Board of Trustees.
Va. Horse Owners Urged to Consider WNV, EEE, Rabies Vaccines
Animal health officials are urging horse owners talk with vets about vaccinating against WNV, EEE, and rabies.
Laminitis Rehab: ‘If the Corium is Happy, There’s Hope’
One veterinarian describes what the corium can tell us about a laminitic horse’s chances of recovery.
Budweiser Clydesdales: What’s in the Trailer?
Dave Thomas, supervisor of the Budweiser Clydesdales’ East Coast Hitch, discusses how they pack the trailer for the 10 Clydesdales who travel across the country.
The Birth of DaVinci Equine Emergency Transport, Maryland
In the vein of the last few blog entries, I am trying to feature the efforts of people, teams and communities that are involved in
Washington Woman Arrested in Horse Theft
A Washington woman is free on her own recognizance after being arrested for stealing a horse in her care.
Canadian Researchers Battling Drug-Resistant Bacteria
Researchers are recognizing a growing number of disease-causing organisms resistant to common antibiotics.
Oregon Horse Tripping Ban Bill Advances
Co-sponsored by Senators Bill Hansell and Mark Hass, SB 835 would ban horse tripping in Oregon.
West Virginia to Accept Six-Month Equine Health Certificates
West Virginia has joined a group of states in an agreement to accept six-month equine health certificates.
Common Mare Problems During and After Foaling
Common foaling problems include red bag delivery, difficult birth, and retained fetal membranes.
