West Nile Virus in Horses: Prevent the Preventable
SallyAnne L. DeNotta, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM
June 13, 2019
Work with your veterinarian to ward off this potentially deadly mosquito-borne disease.
Work with your veterinarian to ward off this potentially deadly mosquito-borne disease.
South Carolina had one of the lowest incidences of EEE in the Southeastern U.S. in 2018, and animal health officials hope owners will keep horses’ vaccines current to maintain those low case numbers.
A U.S. Equestrian Team veterinarian who has overseen the shipping of horses to six Olympic Games shares what steps to take before, during, and after a long-distance trailer ride.
Transition to targeted deworming without a hitch with these free resources.
Butte County public health officials say they’re concerned about an increased number of mosquitoes capable of transmitting WNV due to late-season rainstorms and more breeding sites in the 2018 Camp Fire burn zone.
We might be quick to blame a horse for misbehaving, but a closer look at equine behavior might reveal we’re the problem. Here’s what to consider.
If a horse’s tail has been blocked or nerved, is he at a social disadvantage when turned out with others? An equine behaviorist weighs in.
Studies have shown that equestrians are at more risk for traumatic brain injuries than participants in most other sports. Here’s what you need to know about concussion diagnostics and returning to riding.
Evisceration—when the intestines protrude through the surgical site—can be fatal if not treated promptly. By knowing which breeds and castration methods are more prone to evisceration, vets can be better prepared for complications.
Two different perspectives on horse rider and handler safety were presented by an accomplished group of panelists at the inaugural Horse Industry Safety Summit.
While it might seem like a tricky task, riders can teach their bodies how to react when they part ways with their horses to minimize injury risk.
Online classes are now the norm in education, but can they assist in promoting safety to equine enthusiasts? One researcher says yes. Here’s why.
Pay close attention to and never ignore possible red flag indicators that arise when considering or visiting horse boarding barns. Here are some of the issues potential boarders might encounter.
While many equestrians are anxious to get back in the saddle after a brain injury, one physical therapist says it’s best to take it slow. Here’s why.
While researchers have looked at the reduced risk of serious injury to an equestrian when he or she wears a helmet, there has been less study into the effect of other safety equipment, including protective vests.
Arthroscopic pastern bone chip removal in horses had no significant impact on Thoroughbreds’ racing performance, researchers found.
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