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Researcher Discusses Climate Change Effects on Horse Health
Dr Gary Muscatello, Veterinary researcher with University of Sydney recently spoke about the increase in equine related diseases associated with climate change. Dr. Muscatello forecasts that climate change will affect equine health in numerous ways.
Owners Slow in Vaccinating Horses Against Hendra Virus
Vet Matt Ball, a veterinarian involved in last year's outbreaks of Hendra in northern NSW says the uptake of the new vaccine by horse owners has been slow. The vaccine has been available for horse owners in Hendra hot spots, from Kempsey north in NSW
Will Shock Wave Treatments Benefit My Lame Horse?
According to research by Pulse Veterinary Technologies, many horses can be helped by shock wave therapy. Previously, horses suffering from chronic pain and lameness had to undergo prolonged medication and surgical interventions. These treatments can be co
State Health Departments Issue West Nile Warnings
Health Departments in several state have issued health warning regarding the threat of West Nile Virus to both horses and people. In Indiana, the state Board of Animal Health is urging horse owners to be vigilant about making sure their animals are vaccin
Drought Increasing Risk of Pigeon Fever in Horses
Agriculture officials in Arkansas and Louisiana have warned veterinarians to watch for signs of a potentially fatal horse disease, pigeon fever, because of drought conditions this year. Although the disease has nothing to do with pigeons, it is often
Warnings Issued: Pigeon Fever Outbreaks in Horses
Agriculture officials in Arkansas, Louisiana and other states are warning veterinarians to watch for signs of a potentially fatal horse disease, pigeon fever, if a drought occurs this year. In addition, a Colorado veterinarian Brian Miller says he believe
EEE Strikes Horses in Florida
The Lake County Health Department received notification on Friday that two horses in the Groveland area have died from complications of the Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) virus.
Equine Guelph Researchers Report Study with Video Release
In conjunction with research into arrythmias and sudden death in thorougbred race horses, researchers at Equine Guelph in Ontario, Canada have released a series of videos that report on their research and offer insights and help to all horse owners.
Fair Use of Nosebands in Equestrian Sports
The International Society for Equitation Science has released a recommendation for all equestrian sports regarding how the tightness of nosebands should be determined and used fairly and objectively.
Two Horses Die before Exaggerator Ends Nyquist's Quest for Triple Crown
âThe Preakness got off to a tragic start on Saturday, with two horses dying in the first four races and a jockey was hospitalized with a broken collarbone before Exaggerator won the race.â