Bat Lyssavirus Test Aims to Speed Up Response Times
The first confirmed case of Australian bat lyssavirus in a horse was reported in May 2013 in Queensland.
Belgian JEB Carrier Rate Steady; Mare Testing To Be Required

Such testing requirements aim to prevent the birth of JEB foals and reduce the number of carriers.
Poll Recap: Hind-Limb Conformation Concerns

Of the 652 respondents, 236 (36%) said cow hocks are the least-worrisome hind-limb conformation fault.
FEI, Eventing Officials Sign Memorandum of Understanding
The International Eventing Officials Club is the third group to sign a memorandum of understanding.
New Zealand Reports First Neurologic EHV-1 Case

Officials confirmed the country’s first case of neurologic equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) on a single stud farm.
Best Practices for 20 Minutes of Equine Field Anesthesia

Short-term anesthesia for procedures lasting fewer than 20 minutes is common field work in equine medicine.
Preventing Shipping Fever

Before shipping your horse this winter, learn about best ways to prevent this pulmonary disorder.
Minnesota to Hold Unwanted Horse Summit
Reasons, costs, and solutions for the increase in unwanted horses will be discussed at the March 8 summit.
The Messy Mare
Why does my mare return to her stall to urinate and defecate when she has a large run and could do so outside?
BLM Seeks Shooters in Burro Case
The BLM is hoping the public can help identify those responsible for the shooting deaths of two wild burros.
When Is Medication Uniformity Not Really Uniformity?

Stakeholders are learning how difficult it can be to achieve uniformity, even with basic regulations.
Repairing Equine Eyelid Lacerations

Although eyelid lacerations are common, they should be considered surgical emergencies.
Equine Guelph Launches ‘Full-Circle Responsibility’

The group hopes to help owners develop the skills to make management decisions to support horses’ well-being.
Arianne Hagwood Awarded Mustang Magic Championship
Hagwood and 6-year-old mustang mare Amy were named champions of the freestyle finals and were awarded $3,500.
Suspensory Injury’s Effect on Future Racing Performance

How does a suspensory injury impact a racehorse’s performance? It depends on the severity of the injury.
Commentary: ‘One Health’ Helps Safeguard Horses’ Health
One Health recognizes that human health, animal health, and the environment are all interconnected.