Equine
Hay is for horses, but what if it leads to asthma?
Research has shown that reducing dust and mold exposure from hay may help combat inflammatory airway disease and improve performance in racehorses. We talk with researchers who are studying this problem.
dvm360 product report: Handheld ultrasound, microbiome supplement, speech-to-text system and more
Heres our regular roundup of new and noteworthy veterinary products.
FDA approves first equine injectable for fever control
Zimeta has been associated with rapid and effective reduction of pyrexia in horses.
Addressing acute diarrhea in the adult horse
Big colons can lead to big problems. Thats why veterinarians who treat horses should understand current diagnostic and treatment best practices for this potentially lethal condition.
dvm360 product report: Tooth wipes, plus nutritional support for cats, dogs and horses
dvm360 product report: Equine blood test, alternative medicine book, LED light and more
Heres our regular rundown of new and noteworthy veterinary products.
dvm360 product report: Equine education tools, high-protein diet, app journaling and more
A horse vet goes to the airport ...
When a veterinarian leaves the confines of the clinic (or the field, as it happens) and exists in the real world, you never know what might unfold. Dr. Brock shares his intimate experience at an airport.
Dystocia Emergencies (Proceedings PDF)
Cowboy hats and CPR: Why human medicine ain't my rodeo
As a performance animal veterinarian, Ive learned that if you get thrown from a bull, you have to get up and get back onunless that bull decides to land on you. Then you have to roll around and scream in pain.
Saddling up to end cruelty: Soring bill passes in House
Now awaiting Senate approval, the PAST Act will ensure higher penalties for those who inflict pain on horses to accentuate their gait during competitions.
Equine West Nile virus: Its time to stop being complacent
Despite the existence of highly effective vaccines, cases are on the rise. Its up to veterinarians to educate horse owners that this vector-borne disease still poses a very real threat.
Unapproved compounded drugs linked to equine deaths
Medications formulated by Rapid Equine Solutions have been tied to three deaths, FDA says.
Santa Anita remains open; enhanced equine safety measures now in place
Racing at the track, on which 29 horses died this season, will continue as planned until June 23, but a review team will first evaluate all horses for fitness.
Racing surface at Santa Anita likely contributed to 25 equine deaths
Catastrophic injuries peaked in late February and March 2019; veterinarians point to multiple factors, call for further investigation.
Maybe you can have it all
In this Vetted Q&A with a rock star veterinary practice owner, Dr. Julie Reck reveals that the road you take is sometimes not the one you intended to take. And thats just fine.
Combating corporate? New association unites independent veterinarians
Founded to counter the corporatization of veterinary medicine, the Independent Veterinary Practitioners Association aims to represent the interests and needs of privately owned hospitals in North America.
University of Florida veterinarians to study bupivacaine in racehorses
Extended-release version of local anesthetic has potential for misuse, says group funding the research.
The future of veterinary medicine
Lying awake in the wee hours of the morning, Bo Brock, DVM, considered the future of veterinary medicine. Luckily, he thinks the future is looking pretty bright.
Keep your equine patient records airtight to avoid the examining board
From the physical exam down to questions asked by the client on social mediamanage your veterinary records to prevent (or worst case scenario: survive) examining board inquiries.
The first 3 minutes: Recognizing a horse in shock
With a stepwise triage exam, you can quickly recognize an equine patient in shock. Your clinical impressions and understanding of the cardiovascular circuit can help identify the type of shock, which will guide your treatment plan.
Veterinary student faces fraud charges; allegedly sold rescued horses for slaughter
Tuskegee student Fallon Blackwood indicted in Alabama and North Carolina; owners say she promised their horses a better life.
National Equine Health Plan: A resource for equine practitioners
American Horse Council, AAEP, USDA pledge to keep U.S. horse herd healthy in case of a disease outbreak.
dvm360 product report: Sedation reversal, flavored heartworm tablets and more
Heres our regular rundown of new and notable veterinary products.
Survey: Horse owners look to veterinarians for recommendations
Data from American Horse Publications reveals that more horse owners are discussing vaccination and deworming with their veterinarians.
Thank you, Momma and yes, I actually do know what I'm doing
Its the time of year to reflect on those whove shaped our lives as veterinarians, Dr. Brock says.
Rising from the ashes
A firsthand look at the Woolsey and Hill fires in Southern California, and the veterinary heroes who helped save all creatures great and small from its damage.
dvm360 product report: Diagnostic, treatment advances for dogs and horses, and more
In our latest round-up, you'll find oral med help for dogs, a client communication tool, and a vaccine combo as well as a convenient imaging option for horses.
dvm360 product report: Help for horses, cats, cows and clients
Find out about new options for equine imaging, communication for amputations in cats, a bovine knowledge repository and payment help for clients.
Letter to dvm360: Equine medicine not a horror but a place of respect
This veterinarian says she had a completely different experience than that reported in a recent look at life as a female student and practitioner.