Hollywood Park Re-Accredited by Safety Alliance
The Blood-Horse Staff
July 5, 2013
Best practices were identified in virtually every primary area of focus, including horse health practices.
Best practices were identified in virtually every primary area of focus, including horse health practices.
Dr. Graeme Cooke, FEI veterinary director, discusses how we can better facilitate movement of horses for international competition while preventing the spread of disease.
Dr. Brandy Burgess of Colorado State University describes how to select a disinfectant to protect horses from infectious disease agents, based on organic material present, surface type, and disinfecting goals.
The drugs, only available through compounding pharmacies, will be high-level violations if used in racing.
Of the 688 voters, 77% indicated they had, at one time or another, used a diet to reduce a horse’s weight.
Ellis Park recently removed an inordinate amount of rock from its dirt surface to improve the track’s safety.
Dr. Megan Green, field veterinarian for Merial Limited, describes why FDA approval is important for horse owners and how they can determine if a drug’s approved.
Officials are managing a new equine hendra virus case after a positive test result was received June 24.
In 2012, two cases of EEE were reported in New York horses, as well as seven WNV cases.
A horse in the trainer’s care raced after undergoing a biaxial neurectomy, a surgery banned for racehorses.
Why are vaccines important for the health of our horses?
Outdoor wash racks are a wonderful way to hose off or bathe your horse while allowing water to recharge the natural system. Alayne shares some tips to keep in mind when setting up your outdoor wash area.
Officials are encouraging horse owners to vaccinate their horses against the potentially deadly hendra virus.
Lisa Lazarus, FEI general counsel, will discuss the federation’s helmet rule that came into effect January 1.
The U.S. Geological Survey WNV disease map indicates this is the first equine WNV case reported this year.
Special attention to a horse’s management and health program is a necessity during show season.
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