
Chronic Laminitis: Understanding Lameness and Low-Dose Bute
David Hood, DVM, PhD, discussed effective methods for pinpointing laminitis pain and NSAIDs to control it.

David Hood, DVM, PhD, discussed effective methods for pinpointing laminitis pain and NSAIDs to control it.

November 24 marked the 90th anniversary of the Federation Equestre Internationale’s founding.
Topics include foaling emergencies, equine strangles, hind limb lameness, and diagnosing neurologic horses.
Michelle LeBlanc, DVM, Dipl. ACT, received the award at the 2011 WEVA Congress in Hyderbad, India.
The 8-year-old Pennsylvania-bred Thoroughbred gelding was retired from racing in September.

One experiment showed a trend suggesting it was possible, but another refuted that evidence.
The Thoroughbred retirement facility received a $50,000 grant from the ASPCA earlier this week.
Authorities are seeking the owner of a horse found standing unattended on a street near Duncan this week.
The Certified Horsemanship Association recognized Saddle Up Safely with its 2011 Partnership in Safety award

While related studies are scarce, some are reporting success using stem cells to treat chronic laminitis.
Ensure vehicles are ready for winter driving and maintain them according to manufacturer recommendations.
McCoy’s research investigates genetic risk factors for the development of osteochondrosis (OC).
A Georgia woman has pleaded no contest to charges connected with the alleged maltreatment of 41 horses .
Pfizer will continue the Matching Challenge with another $25,000 pledge to match donations in 2012.
More than 8,100 rescued and retired horses have been vaccinated against dangerous diseases by the UCVRC.

Conventional saddles were much more effective in distributing pressure evenly over the horse’s back.
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