Equine
Clinic center: USDA announces sterile fly facility at Texas base for screwworm eradication, and more
The latest updates relating to animal care establishments and platforms.
Newborn foal undergoes surgery to repair fractured mandibles
The filly was 5 days old when she was found with a bloody jaw hanging out of place
Horse Protection Act changes further postponed
APHIS postponed the effective date of the act regulations into early 2026
Veterinarians solve horse's unique medical issue
Zeke the horse was brought to Oklahoma State University Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital where he presented with a small bump in his chest
Colic emergency in a pregnant horse
A pregnant draft mare was found to have her jejunum and duodenum distended and filled with fluid and displayed signs of endotoxemia post-surgery
UC Davis achieves first equine IVF with frozen sperm
Researchers at the school shared this milestone can help provide valuable opportunities to study fertilization, embryo development, and more
New device delivers antibiotics directly to wounds in dogs and horses
The Vetlen Pouch can be placed in infected wound sites and can continuously deliver medication for up to 30 days
North Carolina State launches Equine Scholars Program
The program will invite qualified undergraduate students with an interest in horse health to join the college's DVM program from statewide university partners
Hoof wall injuries
Daniel J. Burba, DVM, DACVS, outlines his typical approach to equine foot injuries
USDA issues new import restrictions for certain animals from Honduras
The announcement comes after a diagnosis of New World screwworm in a horse
Good information is needed for One Health success
A veterinarian discusses infodemics, how they can affect global health care, and what experts can do to help avoid the next one
Organizations partner to provide resources on equine botulism
Neogen Corporation and US Equestrian will develop educational materials for US Equestrian members
Can the gut microbiota of foals impact their health later in life?
A new study showed that the gut microbiome of young racehorses is related to their risk of developing respiratory, orthopedic, and soft tissue diseases in their future years.
Internal parasite control guidelines for horses are updated
The American Association of Equine Practitioners’ guidelines offer information on reducing the risk of parasitic diseases in horses, anthelmintic resistance, and more
Equine pharmacy merges with compounding pharmacy
The integration of Precision Equine Pharmacy with Wedgewood Pharmacy will result in a wider range of compounded equine medications
Wild horse survival rate linked to methane-producing gut bacteria
A recent study uncovered a connection between the gut microbiome and longevity, with implications for the environment, human health, and more
Stem cell trials explore musculoskeletal and neurological abnormalities
The Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine was approved to studied stem cell therapies in dogs and horses
University veterinarians save newborn foal
The Texas A&M Large Animal Teaching Hospital team used intensive care, special techniques, and surgery to save the German warmblood
Researchers investigate effects of furosemide on racehorses
Washington State University researchers received over $370,000 for a 2-year study
Newly published study examines equine multinodular pulmonary fibrosis
Researchers looked at the diagnostic traits and prognostic outcomes of this disease
The Royal School of Veterinary Studies becomes Scotland’s first hospital to offer both standing CT and MRI
The University of Edinburgh’s Dick Vet Equine Hospital will offer enhanced level of imaging modalities for its patients
AAEP announces initiatives to recruit and retain equine veterinary professionals
The Commission of Equine Veterinary Sustainability aims to address areas in need of improvement
Texas A&M veterinarians diagnose cause of mysterious colic
An American Paint Horse was brought to Texas A&M after he began experiencing recurring stints of colic
Generic therapy for equine joint disease returns to the market
The injectable treatment from Vetoquinol was last available for use in 2015.
3 must-reads for World Horse Day 2024
Check out these 3 article on the latest news in equine medicine
Client communication guide is released for equine veterinary teams
The American Veterinary Medical Association and the American Association of Equine Practitioners collaborated to create the new resource for practices.
The largest equine corneal transplant ever reported
NC State University ophthalmologists help a show-jumping horse after an eye infection becomes severe
How to apply a phalangeal cast in horses
An equine veterinarian outlines an effective treatment for stabilizing a wounded pastern or foot region
Chronic progressive lymphedema in Belgian draft horses
Increased age, stallions, secondary infections, housing environment, use of the animal, diet, and distal limb conformation all have been associated with increased occurrence and severity of the condition.
Funding received for 10 new equine research projects
Morris Animal Foundation gave 10 grants to find more ways of advancing equine health
