News and issues for equine health professionals
North Carolina State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine has announced plans to expand its satellite equine center in Southern Pines, N.C. The college has enhanced the tertiary medical services offered to referring veterinarians for thei
The Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech has launched an Internet-based stallion service auction to benefit equine reproductive research at the college at
As research involving veterinary equipment results in more and more sophistication, both veterinarians and horse owners face something of a dilemma. For the veterinarian, the question involves how much a practice can afford to invest in the latest
As a rule of thumb, we know that our horses should be trimmed (and shod if necessary) at least every six to eight weeks. But where did those numbers come from? Van Heel recently studied how a hoof changes between trims, and she found that neglecting
Days End Farm Horse Rescue, a non-profit, volunteer-based animal welfare organization, is the 2005 recipient of the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) equine welfare award, the Lavin Cup. Named for AAEP past president A. Gary
Lisa A. Fortier, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVS, assistant professor of large animal surgery at Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, received this year’s “Pfizer Animal Health Award for Research Excellence,” which recognizes outstanding
The Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine will host its 29th annual Open House on Saturday, April 22, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., at its campus on Wire Road. There will be college tours and scientific displays, plus a dog agility course,
In 2006, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) will begin sponsoring an excellence in research award that honors veterinarians for the impact their lifetime of research has had on the veterinary or biomedical professions. The
A group of Louisiana State University and Idaho State University students are volunteering their time to give owners personal help in searching for their pets. If you or someone you know needs assistance in searching the Animal Emergency Respons
The 51st Annual Convention of the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP), held Dec. 3-7 in Seattle, Wash., attracted a crowd of nearly 5,900 veterinary professionals, guests, and exhibitors, making it again the largest equine
The American Association of Equine Practitioners’ Task Force on Medication Issues at Public Auction has released its recommendations for medication usage in horses presented for sale at public auctions. They include the banning of anabolic
The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) installed officers for 2006 on Dec. 6 during its annual convention in Seattle, Wash. New president is Thomas D. Brokken, DVM, of Cooper City, Fla. President elect is Doug Corey, DVM, of
The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) and Fort Dodge Animal Health announced on Dec. 5 a joint educational initiative to raise awareness about the importance of twice-a-year wellness exams by veterinarians.
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In order to raise awareness about the vital role of animal research in advancing the health of horses, the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) Foundation and the Foundation for Biomedical Research (FBR) announced on Dec. 6 a new
Preparations for breeding and the act of getting a mare bred involve dedicated time and commitment by a horse owner. Then it seems as if all that needs to be done is to sit back and wait for the foaling date. But this is not quite so; it is
Two months, three hurricanes, five states, hundreds dead, thousands homeless, billions of dollars in damage. How can we understand? More importantly, how can we help? In last month’s issue, we devoted many pages to covering what happened in
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