Genetic Testing Options for Horses
Alexandra Beckstett
March 13, 2020
Two leading genetics researchers described current and upcoming tests for a variety of heritable equine conditions.
News and issues for equine health professionals
Two leading genetics researchers described current and upcoming tests for a variety of heritable equine conditions.
Dr. Regina Turner shared her favorite breeding-related studies on topics ranging from foaling prediction to estrus suppression.
The 27 people indicted on federal charges include five veterinarians who are American Association of Equine Practitioners members.
Dr. Dean Richardson presented the Milne State of the Art Lecture at the 2019 American Association of Equine Practitioners’ Convention to offer insight into treating bone breaks and fractures in horses.
After identifying the affected structures, veterinarians can use ultrasound, radiographs, and synoviocentesis to assess synovial involvement.
Manufacturers have begun developing portable ECG devices vets can use and interpret with smartphone apps. A research team tested them, and here’s what they found.
Research topics include nocardioform placentitis, bisphosphonates, exertional rhabdomyolysis, stem cells, equine asthma, and more.
The FDA recently approved dipyrone to address fever in horses with respiratory infections.
Dental care is an important part of keeping a horse healthy and happy throughout his life. Learn about common tooth problems and regular dental care in this slideshow.
One practitioner describes her diagnostic imaging decision-making process when assessing Western performance horse soundness during prepurchase exams.
A Penn Vet researcher compared inflammation markers in imported and U.S. native horses with the goal of distinguishing mild vaccine reactions from actual disease in horses new to the United States.
Learn about steps veterinarians can take to figure out why a horse is losing weight.
University of Kentucky researcher and leading equine parasitologist Dr. Martin Nielsen talks about his research and the future of equine internal parasite control.
Performing “tie-back” surgery earlier than standard practice led to improved outcomes for racing Thoroughbreds.
Temporomandibular joint changes could cause pain as well as behavior problems and poor performance in horses. Or not.
Digital flexor tendon sheath pathology can be difficult to diagnose and treat successfully. Here’s a look at Dr. Florent David’s approach, which he presented at the 2019 NEAEP Symposium.
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