Researchers determined that SAA is a more reliable indicator of inflammation than rectal temperature in traveling horses.
The updated biosecurity guidelines are designed to help minimize the occurrence and mitigate the spread of potential disease outbreaks.
Researchers evaluated 1,154 Thoroughbreds’ Timeform ratings and performance before and after vaccination and detected no difference in form.
If foals are diagnosed and treated early they generally have a fair to good chance to make a full recovery.
The AAEP’s updated guidelines includes newly created guidelines for Rhodoccocus equi.
Leptospirosis is a costly disease that can cause problems such as abortion, premature birth, and more in horses.
This confirms the need for good hygiene within vet hospitals to prevent MRSA spread between veterinarians and horses.
Horse owners who live in the United States, are 18 years of age and older, and who currently own or manage at least one horse are invited to complete the survey by April 1.
Researchers say the disease kills one out of five Przewalski horses in one major refuge area.
The three new problem-based panels offer a focused diagnostic test selection for equine diarrhea cases.
Dr. Kelly Sears’ equine piroplasmosis research resulted in the discovery of a new Theileria organism.
The “Advancement in Equine Research Award” gives $45,000 for infectious disease research.
Leptospirosis bacteria can be present in apparently healthy horses, yet can also cause abortions and eye problems.
Sagacious HF is in extended quarantine in Miami pending the results of additional testing slated for Aug. 23.
Since 1994, when the virus was first identified, 102 Australian horses have died or been euthanized due to Hendra virus.
Veterinarians have confirmed nearly 30 cases so far this year and expect to see more.
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