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Wood-Chewing in Horses: Examine the Diet for Cause
Is monotony the reason for wood-chewing in horses? Or has blame been misplaced?
Should colt starting be a competitive event? - EquiMed Asks
We recently asked our Facebook visitors, "Should colt starting be a competitive event?" Based on this informal survey, the answer is a clear No.
New All-Industry Advisory Council Formed by KHC
The Kentucky Horse Council today announces the formation of the Kentucky Breed & Discipline Council (KBDC).
Utah Update on EVH-1
There have been no new confirmed cases or suspect cases reported by Utah veterinarians today. All suspect and confirmed cases will continue to be under quarantine for 28 days following the cessation of signs.
Race Horse Deaths Baffle Trainer Baffert
When an ordinarily healthy horse returns to the barn after a workout or race and dies within an hour, the death is defined as Sudden Death Syndrome.
Pigeon Fever - A Fall and Winter Horse Disease
According to research, pigeon fever is more prevalent in the fall of the year, but can be seen in the winter months and other times of the year. Initially horses may appear lethargic, reluctant to move and have a fever. But these signs are typically accom
Horse Survives Bout with Colitis to Win Silver at Olympics
Prior to the Olympics, Tina Cook's bay horse, Miners Frolic, suffered a life-threatening bout of colitis. The severity of the condition had the apparently delerious horse on an IV drip because of high levels of toxins in his blood.
Zoledronate Treatment of Horses with BFD Proves Positive
An article recently published in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association reported on a research study using zoledronate to treat horses with a bone fragility disorder. The research took place at the William R. Pritchard Veterinary Medic
Kentucky Reports New Case of West Nile Virus in Equine
As of August 20, 2012, the Kentucky Department of Agriculture is reporting four cases of West Nile Virus in horses on four different premises. Of those equines, one is alive and three horses have been euthanized. According to the report, three of the hors
Helping Your Horse Get Rid of Exercise Related Cough
If your horse coughs several times at the beginning of exercise, he may have upper airway irritation, tracheal irritation, allergies or a respiratory condition called inflammatory airway disease. Inflammatory airway disease is a chronic inflammatory condi