Latest News – The Horse
Podiatry Table Topic: A Focus on Laminitis (AAEP 2012)
Laminitis is a devastating disease that does not discriminate based on a horse’s age, breed, or discipline.
Thoroughbred Racehorse Fatal Injury Rate Steady in 2012
Fatal injuries in North American Thoroughbred races stayed consistent at just under two per 1,000 starts.
Dyson to Deliver State-of-the-Art Lecture at AAEP Convention
Dyson will present “Equine Lameness: Clinical Judgment Meets Advanced Diagnostic Imaging” at the convention.
Rachel Alexandra Doing Well After Doctors Drain Abscess
Rachel Alexandra was “bright and alert” March 7 after an abscess was discovered and drained that morning.
15 Fascinating Facts About Equine Eyes
Do you ever wonder what colors your horse sees, if he has decent night vision, or where his blind spots are located? Learn the answers to these questions, as well as well facts about ocular diseases and eye structure, in this special report.
Researchers Developing Equine Welfare Assessment Protocol
Swedish researchers are developing a research-based assessment for early detection of equine welfare issues.
CHRB Confirms Horse at Santa Anita Park had EHV-1
A horse euthanized March 5 who was stabled at Santa Anita Park was confirmed positive for EHV-1.
Progress Report on Equine Herpesvirus (EHV-1)
EHV-1 has been among the research priorities for some time, but there is still much to be learned.
Single EHV-1 Case Reported in Tennessee
One horse in Shelby County, Tennessee, has tested positive for the neurologic form of EHV-1.
Convicted N.Y. Horse Abuser Stays on Probation
Ann Arnold will continue serving probation after 17 horses were found on her Greenfield, N.Y. property.
Are Humans Threatening During Foaling?
How does the presence of humans affect the mare just prior to giving birth?
Tips for Keeping Mares in Foal (AAEP 2012)
Proper and timely intervention can mean the difference between a live foal and a lost one.
Equine Digestive Health
Our experts answer your questions about ulcers, GI tract problems, and general “tummy troubles” in horses.
EHV-1 Confirmed at Illinois Boarding Stable
Illinois State Veterinarian Mark Ernst, DVM, confirmed March 6 that EHV-1 has been diagnosed in that state.
Utah EHV-1: Case Count Stands at Seven
The Utah state veterinarian’s office has confirmed seven equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) cases in Cache County.
Florida EHV-1: Equine Influenza Confirmed at HITS Facility
Multiple horses exhibited clinical signs of influenza before testing positive for the disease.
