Second Potomac Horse Fever Case Confirmed in Kentucky
Erica Larson
June 6, 2018
The affected yearling Thoroughbred filly from Bourbon County is expected to make a full recovery.
The affected yearling Thoroughbred filly from Bourbon County is expected to make a full recovery.
Researchers say the standing technique minimizes risk to the patient, reduces costs to the client, and limits complications.
There are six main classes of corneal ulcers in horses that veterinarians must consider and properly diagnose to institute appropriate therapy.
A successful equine slim-down program includes frequent weight assessments, smart feeding techniques, and various forms of exercise.
While relatively uncommon, brain worms can occur. And when they do, their infections are usually fatal.
Orthopedic surgeon Dean Richardson, DVM, Dipl. ACVS, will present “Stories About Horse Fractures,” as part of Penn Vet’s First Tuesday Lecture Series on June 19.
Horseback riding is a unique sport, in that it’s an “individual” sport with two participants—horse and rider. That also makes it special in the way it’s coached and learned, researchers say.
It’s the question that always ignites a fierce debate in the racing world: Should people be able to race Thoroughbreds under the influence of therapeutic medication?
Laminitis is a very common disease in horses but is also preventable and can be treatable if not detected too late.
Practitioners must use clinical signs and laboratory testing to distinguish between these sometimes similar ailments.
Horses with PPID had lessened antibody titers following vaccination for rhinopneumonitis and West Nile virus.
In horses bone development begins in the womb, but researchers are still working to understand the complexities of in utero bone growth.
Chromosomal anomalies like chimerism are one of the leading genetic causes of infertility in horses.
By paying close attention to when and where it occurs and any additional clinical signs, you can help your veterinarian find the cause of and cure for your horse’s cough.
Find out how some simple diet changes might help calm your hyperactive horse.
Winston-Salem, North Carolina, police have arrested one man and have obtained custody orders for three juveniles in connection with the shooting death of one horse and wounding of two others.
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