Prevalence of on Farms (AAEP 2011)
Erica Larson
February 5, 2012
The overall seroprevalence was 68% on all farms tested, with levels on individual farms ranging from 14-100%.
Horse-health-problem risk factors, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment
The overall seroprevalence was 68% on all farms tested, with levels on individual farms ranging from 14-100%.
Some veterinarians say they saw many cases in drought-plagued 2011 as they would see in five years.
A rundown of respiratory diseases commonly observed in performance horses.
In one study of horses with acute respiratory disease, researchers found rhinitis in 42% of affected animals.
In the current study most horses successfully returned to their prior athletic function after colic surgery.
On Tuesday, Feb.7, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., the New Bolton Center will present “Colic in 3D: The Glass Horse.”
More travelling and visitors for residents, and the admission of rescue cases prompted the new policy.
Robert MacKay, BVSc, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, talks about ways veterinarians can easily diagnose nerologic diseases at the 2011 AAEP Convention.
Panelists said there is no scientific evidence supporting a ban on the use of furosemide on race day.
Persimmon fibers and seeds can create an obstruction in the GI tract, resulting in serious impaction colic.
The horse resided in Patrick County, located near the North Carolina state line.
Exercise-associated hematuria, urethral tears, and idiopathic renal hematuria are three less common causes.
Pfizer’s Equine Rotavirus Vaccine has an updated appearance and packaging to reflect the current manufacturer.
The Queensland, Australia, government is seeking horse owner input in a survey regarding hendra virus.
Furosemide, known as Salix, will be discussed Jan. 14 during the National HBPA Medication Committee forum.
A judge ruled that a non-veterinarian equine dentist could not perform tooth-floating services for pay.
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