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CDFA Confirms EHM, EHV-1 Cases

Bob Gould July 4, 2018

Veterinarians confirmed a 15-year-old pony mare displaying neurologic signs of equine herpesvirus myeloencephalopathy (EHM) on June 27, 2018. The mare originated from a San Mateo County facility, and an additional horse originating from the same property—a 24-year-old Tennessee Walking HorseContinue reading… CDFA Confirms EHM, EHV-1 Cases

Calif. stable experiences outbreak of EHV-1

Bob Gould April 30, 2018

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has announced additional confirmed cases of equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) in horses residing an already quarantined facility in Orange County. On April 24 the CDFA reported that a febrile horse which initially testedContinue reading… Calif. stable experiences outbreak of EHV-1

Horse that competed in S.D. cutting, sorting events had EHV-1

Bob Gould April 14, 2018

State animal health officials confirmed April 10 that a horse in Lincoln County, South Dakota, has tested positive for equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1). The horse developed neurologic signs, including incoordination and difficulty walking, and received treatment at a local veterinary clinic.Continue reading… Horse that competed in S.D. cutting, sorting events had EHV-1

7 horses in Washington euthanized after developing complications from EHV-1

Bob Gould December 29, 2017 December 29, 2017

By Erica Larson Sixteen horses at one facility in King County, Washington, have now tested positive for equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1), seven of which have been euthanized. On Dec. 15, the Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC) first reported that a 13-year-oldContinue reading… 7 horses in Washington euthanized after developing complications from EHV-1

Getting a Read on Infection in Horses

Bob Gould September 28, 2017

By Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc Our horses have many blood components capable of alerting our veterinarians about everything from dehydration status to tissue damage. Scientists have been on the search for substances that act as reliable biomarkers for various problems;Continue reading… Getting a Read on Infection in Horses

Stifling the Pain in Horses

Bob Gould September 28, 2017 September 16, 2017

By Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc The stifle. It’s the largest and one of the most complex joints in the horse’s body. It’s also key to smooth locomotion, transferring energy seamlessly from the large hind-end muscles to the long, delicate lower-limbContinue reading… Stifling the Pain in Horses

What Shape are My Horse’s Feet In?

Bob Gould September 16, 2017

By Stephanie J. Corum, MS Many horse owners spend an extraordinary amount of time fretting over their horses’ feet, believing soundness is impossible because the animals’ hooves don’t match those depicted in anatomy textbooks. So says Maryland-based farrier Darren Greaves,Continue reading… What Shape are My Horse’s Feet In?

Hooves Helping Joints

Bob Gould July 13, 2017

By Nancy S. Loving, DVM The degenerative joint disease arthritis is all too common in active and aging horses. In an effort to slow the progressive deterioration of joint tissue, owners and veterinarians often reach for anti-inflammatory medications and/or regenerativeContinue reading… Hooves Helping Joints

Kentucky Confirms First Equine WNV Case for 2017

Bob Gould July 11, 2017 June 15, 2017

By Erica Larson The Kentucky State Veterinarian’s office has announced that a horse from Bourbon County has tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV). This is the first equine WNV case confirmed in the commonwealth this year. In a statementContinue reading… Kentucky Confirms First Equine WNV Case for 2017

Equine GI and Respiratory Disease

Bob Gould April 25, 2017

By Nettie Liburt, MS, PhD, PAS Diarrhea is a leading cause of disease in foals, affecting about 6% per year. In foals 7 days old and younger, it causes about 25% of disease. But diarrhea itself has many causes. OneContinue reading… Equine GI and Respiratory Disease

How MRI Helps Manage Hock, Suspensory Ligament Injuries

Bob Gould April 25, 2017 April 25, 2017

By Erica Larson When it comes to diagnosing injured horses, imaging can be a veterinarian’s right-hand man. These tools allow the practitioner to see under your horse’s skin to help diagnose injuries, select appropriate treatments, monitor healing progress, and determineContinue reading… How MRI Helps Manage Hock, Suspensory Ligament Injuries

Broodmares’ Nutritional Needs During Late Gestation

Bob Gould April 3, 2017

Late-pregnancy mares need to be fed adequately so they are not undernourished, because the last few months of fetal development see the most growth, tissue accumulation, and weight gain. This growth particularly accelerates in the last two months, according toContinue reading… Broodmares’ Nutritional Needs During Late Gestation

Tips for Producing High-Quality Alfalfa Hay for Horses

Bob Gould April 3, 2017

By Heather Smith Thomas Are you thinking about harvesting your own alfalfa this year? If so, there are a few things to keep in mind while cutting and baling it. The Best Time to Cut Stage of maturity when youContinue reading… Tips for Producing High-Quality Alfalfa Hay for Horses

How to Feed Senior Horses

Bob Gould March 20, 2017 March 20, 2017

By Nettie Liburt, MS, PhD, PAS Twenty percent of the U.S. horse population is now over the age of 20. And with age comes increasing risk for several conditions, including colic, pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID, aka equine Cushing’s disease), dentalContinue reading… How to Feed Senior Horses

The ‘Creaky’ Performance Horse

Bob Gould March 20, 2017 March 20, 2017

Older, experienced performance horses are worth their weight in gold. They’ve been there, done that and have amassed skills that literally take ages to learn. Thanks to advances in veterinary medicine, these horses are living and remaining active longer. But,Continue reading… The ‘Creaky’ Performance Horse

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