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The Bleeding Edge of EIPH in Horses
by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | Oct 28, 2022
Learn about recent research on the causes of EIPH, how it affects horses and their performance, and furosemide use in equine athletes.
Read MoreSuspensory Ligament Branch Injuries
by Multiple Authors | Oct 5, 2022
Read about the significance and prevalence of these injuries and how veterinarians diagnose them.
Read MoreBiomarkers for Equine Athletes
by Equine Disease Quarterly | Jul 31, 2022
How can biomarkers be used to help improve performance and reduce injury risk in horses?
Read MoreGlandular Ulcers Might Be Linked to Long-Retained Food in Stomach
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Jul 13, 2022
Researchers found high concentrations of Sarcina, a bacterium associated with poor gastric emptying, in horses’ glandular lesions.
Read MoreTCA Returns as Thoroughbred Makeover and Symposium’s Title Sponsor
by Edited Press Release | Sep 9, 2021
This year’s “Mega-Makeover” will include cohorts from 2020 and 2021 after last year’s event was postponed due to the pandemic.
Read MoreACOX1 Gene Linked To Racehorse Performance, Breed Survival
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Jun 20, 2021
Researcher: ACOX1 might factor into energy metabolism that contributes to the different needs of certain breeds, including Thoroughbreds and Arabians, as well as “rustic” breeds capable of surviving harsh conditions.
Read MoreT.I.P. Noncompetition Award Applications Available
by Edited Press Release | Apr 29, 2021
The Thoroughbred and Young Rider of the Year Awards salute horses excelling in noncompetitive careers and recognize juniors, respectively.
Read MoreStudy: Bone Cyst Implant Shows 95% Success Rate
by Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA | Apr 21, 2021
Thirty-six out of 38 racehorses with subchondral bone cysts, mainly in the stifle, became sound within months of having a newly designed prosthesis implanted into their cysts.
Read MoreRacehorse Aftercare Series Planned for April 2021
by Edited Press Release | Apr 6, 2021
The International Forum for the Aftercare of Racehorses (IFAR) is hosting its fifth forum as a virtual series on each Tuesday during the month of April.
Read MoreAAEP Convention: Horse Racing Safety Review
by Stacy Pigott | Mar 18, 2021
Safety in Thoroughbred horse racing became a very public concern two years ago when a series of catastrophic breakdowns at Santa Anita Park in Southern California became national news. Veterinarians presented safety measures put in place to protect horses and humans.
Read More3 Biomarkers Linked to Catastrophic Injuries in Racehorses
by Alexandra Beckstett, The Horse Managing Editor | Jan 20, 2021
Measuring mRNA markers might offer an economical, effective, and noninvasive way to detect horses at risk of catastrophic injury.
Read MoreCalifornia Prison’s Equine Care Program Finishes First Year
by Edited Press Release | Oct 31, 2020
The Pleasant Valley State Prison program, an extension of the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation’s Second Chances/Groom Elite Program, offers second careers to its racehorses and vocational training for student/inmates.
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