Vector-Borne Diseases’ Emergent Threat for Horses
Equine Disease Quarterly
July 6, 2016
Many diseases were once considered geographically restricted. But disease migration has eliminated that complacency.
News and issues for equine health professionals
Many diseases were once considered geographically restricted. But disease migration has eliminated that complacency.
Study foals and yearlings had good body condition scores and growth rates even when their fecal egg counts weren’t zero.
Diseases and abnormalities of the upper airway are some of the main reasons for poor performance in sport horses.
Researchers found that applying 5% imiquimod cream resulted in clinical resolution in 93% of the treated ears.
Learn about the research behind bisphosphonates and how they might help horses with navicular syndrome. Presented by Laura Kennedy, DVM, Dipl. ACVP, of the University of Kentucky Gluck Equine Research Center, in Lexington.
While acupuncture seemed to help some horses, there was no strong evidence that it relieves pain in all affected horses.
Few study horses with strangles showed the “classic” signs of disease, researchers determined.
A vet and his team are challenging tradition and skepticism to bring modern veterinary medicine to remote horse herders.
A veterinary dermatologist offers tips on how to properly diagnose, treat, and prevent pastern dermatitis, or scratches.
Ashley Steuer, DVM, will carry out a dual residency and PhD program in veterinary parasitology.
Horses fitted with hoof boots had longer hoof contact time with the ground than barefoot horses, researchers found.
A reproduction specialist reviews how she successfully managed and impregnated a particularly challenging problem mare.
This treatment uses the horse’s blood to generate serum enriched with growth factors and anti-inflammatory mediators.
Despite the growing body of research into senior horses’ health, their exact causes of death remain poorly documented.
Paul Goodness, CJF, and his team will provide full-time services at the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center.
A reproduction specialist reviews how to freeze semen so veterinarians can carry out the process in their practices.
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