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Vet Warns of Early Cases of Potomac Fever in Horses
A horse admitted to the College of Veterinary Medicine Large Animal Hospital at Purdue University in mid-June has been diagnosed with Potomac horse fever. Ordinarily, cases of Potomac horse fever don't show up in Indiana until July or August.
Importance of Dental Care for Better Horse Health
An article written by Angela Hawker, DVM, of Cambridge Equine Hospital explains the importance of dental care for horses and points out that by the time a horse begins to loose weight, drop feed, or show other signs of dental problems, any issues with the
The Impact of Antibiotics on the Equine Gut
Seeking advice from your veterinarian before administering antimicrobials to horses is important, not only because it may predispose the horse to disease, but because antimicrobial resistant bacteria may develop.
Vermont Horse Tests Positive for EEE
The Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets was notified on September 14th that a horse located in Whiting, Vermont has tested positive for Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE). The horse began showing signs of illness, including incoordination, on S
How and Where Do Horse Injuries Occur?
New research by Dr. Rosie Owen at Liverpool University, shows that horses are injured far more frequently than thought, and the surprising findings reveal that most injuries occur during turnout rather than during riding exercises.
Death Warrant Issued to 92,000 American Wild Horses
The House Appropriations Committee has passed a bill that will send wild horses to slaughter against the will of the American people
Cutting Horse Enthusiasts to Kick Off Spring Competitions
Cutting horse enthusiasts from across the country can kick off their spring cutting horse season vying for a $200,000 added money purse in the first of two national shows focusing on the Eastern region of the United States.
State-of the-Art Technology Saves Lame Horse
When First Cadet, a horse owned by Terri Rines, showed signs of lameness during training, the horse was treated by a local veterinarian who gave the horse an injection. The injection was followed by a reaction that caused the leg to swell and the horse&
Horse Industry Economic Impact
The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) announced today a new study on the Virginia horse industry. A study prepared by the University of Virginia Weldon Cooper Center (WCC) for Public Service and funded by the Virginia Hor
Horse Rescued from Septic Tank
AÂ 34-year-old quarter horse fell into a septic tank in north east Portland , Oregon on Monday, March 26, 2012, and was left with only her head showing above ground level.