Dynamic obstructions of the equine respiratory tract are often underdiagnosed or misdiagnosed with resting endoscopy. So veterinarians usually perform endoscopy on exercising horses using treadmills, in order to try to reproduce the exercise conditions.
One of the most hotly debated issues in the horse racing industry is the uncertain fate that awaits many racehorses when their careers are over and they are no longer useful to their owners and trainers.
Animal Planet announced March 19 that the network’s popular docu-drama “Jockeys” would be renewed for a second season of programs. The first season, which concluded March 13, brought Animal Planet viewers into the lives of seven jockeys who raced at Santa Anita Park during its Oak Tree Meet last fall.
Following the successful first season, which brought in more than 9.2 million unique
Equine grass sickness (EGS), or dysautonomia, is a disease that primarily affects pasture-grazed equids between the ages of 2 and 7 years. Incidences of the disease are more likely to occur from April to July, and on premises where there has been a previous outbreak. Clinical signs o
The number of donkeys being rescued and imported from Europe into the UK is at an all-time high, according to the Devon-based Donkey Sanctuary. Any donkeys of unknown origin might potentially carry exotic diseases–posing a risk to the UK’s domestic equine population.
The Donkey Sanctuary is concerned that there are currently no requirements for equines traveling from Europe to receive a
The Kentucky Horse Council (KHC) is implementing a new schedule for grant submission. Grant applications from 501(c)3 and 501(c)10 equine organizations will now be accepted from January through July 31. Funding decisions will be made
Horse owners can hold their parasite control to a higher standard–their own approval. Now, all Zimecterin (ivermectin) Brand Products are backed by a satisfaction guarantee, helping to ensure the highest standard of parasite control.
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The most comprehensive national directory of breed and sport organizations, equine publications, state resources, and racing and gaming organizations is now available for purchase.
The American Horse Council’s 2009 Horse Industry Directory
The administration of hyperimmune plasma to foals is costly, time-consuming, potentially risky, and does not appear to decrease the occurrence of Rhodococcus equi pneumonia, reported Siobhan McAuliffe, MVB, Dipl. ACVIM, head veterinarian of the Stables of King Abdullah & Sons located in Saudi Arabia and colleagues at the
The Chicago court case involving J.C. Cutters Ltd. manager Michele Goudie and their six seized carriage horses has been continued from March 12 to late April.
Cook County States Attorney’s spokesperson Tandra Simonton explained, “This is a part of the normal criminal process. Dates are set with the intent for defending and
After the dedication of the Barbaro memorial sculpture at Churchill Downs April 26, the Kentucky Derby Museum will open a tribute exhibit, Barbaro: The Heart of a Winner.
This exhibit will offer a multi-dimensional view of Barbaro as a champion athlete and a fighter–a horse that rose to the top of his game by winning the 2006 Kentucky Derby and then struggled against long odds for
Horse owners commonly add nutraceuticals to their horses’ diets to treat or prevent joint disease, but most products have no research data supporting their effectiveness.
Olympic dressage horse Brentina returned to her winter home in California Feb. 23 following colic surgery Feb. 10.
The 18-year-old Hanoverian mare, who has been the partner of Idaho-based dressage rider Debbie McDonald since the age of
In today’s economy, many horse owners are looking for ways to cut back on expenses–but skimping on equine vaccinations should not be one of them.
“People are looking for ways to cut costs, and preventive care seems like an obvious choice t
A Texas man is facing animal cruelty and felonious assault charges in connection with the seizure of 237 allegedly malnourished animals, including 167 horses, from his 86-acre ranch.
Hill County Sheriff’s Deputies
The Ontario Equine Centre (OEC), a not-for-profit public private partnership, is moving ahead with its plan to develop a world-class equine facility and research incubator. The facility will serve all equine breeds and disciplines.
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