Top Reproduction Studies of 2012-’13
Two veterinarians describe recent equine reproduction studies they found interesting and influential.
Common Parasite Eggs Found in Fecals
What species of parasites are identified in a fecal egg count test?
Fourth Kentucky Horse Tests Positive for WNV
The unvaccinated 8-year-old Percheron/Standardbred cross mare is reportedly recovering.
Two Indicted on Charges Connected to Horse Hauling Accidents
Two connected to horse transport company Three Angels Farms were indicted earlier this month.
Initial Test Negative in Possible EHV-1 Case
A preliminary EHV-1 test on a horse euthanized at Bowie Training Center came back negative.
Is Clipping Still Stressful for Well-Behaved Horses?
Study results suggest that even if horses don’t seem to mind clipping, they might still find it stressful.
Deworming: One Size Doesn’t Fit All
Work with your veterinarian to develop an individualized deworming plan that caters to your horse’s needs.
Laminitis Consortium Continues Extensive Research Program
Researchers from The Laminitis Consortium published the results of four more laminitis-associated studies.
Study: Sires’ Genes Form the Equine Placenta
Researchers determined that it’s the sire’s genes that take the lead in developing the mare’s placenta.
AVC Receives Donation to Purchase New Equine Surgery Table
A generous donation has allowed the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) to purchase a new equine surgery table.
New Jersey Trail Competition to Benefit New Bolton Center
The ride–a memorial to the Arabian mare, Taffeta Ribbons–will benefit the Penn Vet’s New Bolton Center.
Extinct Zebra Subspecies Could Aid Equine Research
This revived species could offer scientists some exciting equine research opportunities.
RMTC Recommends Stanozolol Prohibition
The recommendation would mean the anabolic steroids would not be permitted in a horse’s system on race day.
Enhanced Security for Jockey Club Gold Cup
Horses competing in the race will be subject to early out-of-competition blood testing for banned substances.
UC Davis to Host Donkey Welfare Symposium
Goals of the symposium are to improve participants’ knowledge of donkey behavior, physiology, and more.
Sussex Co., Del., Horse Tests Positive for EEE
Despite receiving supportive care, the yearling filly showed no improvement and was euthanized.