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Erskine Named Interim Director of Marion duPont Scott EMC
May 20, 2013
Michael Erskine, DVM, Dipl. ABVP, will assume his role as interim director today (May 20). Read More
Australian Bat Lyssavirus a Worry for Vets and Horse Owners
May 20, 2013
Confirmation of a horse with Australian bat lyssavirus could increase disease risk to vets and horse owners. Read More
Fescue Grass Toxicity in Broodmares
May 19, 2013
During the breeding and foaling season, lush fescue pastures could create problems for pregnant mares. Read More
Tips for Guarding Against Heat Stress in Horses
May 18, 2013
Early stages of heat stress in horses can advance into critical clinical signs associated with heat stroke. Read More
Queensland Horse Euthanized after Contracting Bat Lyssavirus
May 17, 2013
This is the first case where Australian bat lyssavirus has been identified in a horse. Read More
Wash. Owners Urged to Vaccinate Horses against WNV
May 16, 2013
Washington animal health officials are advising owners to make sure their horses are vaccinated against WNV. Read More
Women Leaders and Obamacare Added to AHC’s Issues Forum
May 16, 2013
The forum will also feature a report on the progress of the National Equine Health Plan. Read More
Lecture on Equine General Anesthesia Scheduled
May 15, 2013
The lecture will address a variety of details regarding equine general anesthesia. Read More
Kentucky Horse Council Executive Director to Retire
May 15, 2013
Ginny Grulke, executive director of the council since 2005, will retire July 1, 2013. Read More
Palmer to Serve as AAEP On Call Vet for Preakness Telecasts
May 15, 2013
Scott Palmer, VMD, Dipl. ABVP, will serve as the AAEP On Call veterinarian for the May 18 Preakness Stakes. Read More
Research Continuing on Equine Hendra Vaccine
May 14, 2013
Recent data showed that the vaccine offered protection to horses for a period of up to six months. Read More
AVMA Supports Legislation to Combat Animal, Human Disease
May 14, 2013
The legislation would provide a stable flow of resources for the National Animal Health Laboratory Network. Read More
Franklin Appointed to Equitarian Initiative Board
May 13, 2013
Rob Franklin, DVM, Dipl. ACVIM, has been named to the board of directors of the Equitarian Initiative. Read More
N.C. Horse Owners Urged to Vaccinate against WNV, EEE
May 13, 2013
In 2012, there were 20 cases of EEE and three cases of WNV in North Carolina horses reported. Read More
Partnership between RVC, Buckingham Equine Vets Announced
May 12, 2013
The partnership is designed to advance the standards of veterinary education. Read More
Purina Named CSU Industry Partner of the Year
May 12, 2013
Purina received the Industry Partnership Award from Colorado State University’s Department of Animal Sciences. Read More
2013 Kentucky Trail Summit Scheduled
May 11, 2013
The Kentucky Trail Summit is designed as an educational and networking event for horseback trail users. Read More
Clark Named CEO of Equine Best Practices
May 10, 2013
Andrew R. Clark, DVM, MBA, previous head of the Hagyard Equine Medical Institute, is the new CEO of EBP. Read More
Texas A&M Drug Testing Lab to Seek A2LA Accreditation
May 08, 2013
The accreditation is designed to meet Association of Racing Commissioners International guidelines. Read More
What to Expect When Vaccinating Horses
May 07, 2013
Know the difference between minor side effects of vaccinations and those that warrant a call to your vet. Read More
Equine Nutrition, Sport Converge at 2013 Alltech Symposium
May 07, 2013
The 29th Annual Alltech International Symposium will take place May 19-22 in Lexington, Ky. Read More
New Members Appointed to Maryland Horse Industry Board
May 07, 2013
The board welcomes two new members while three current members were reappointed. Read More
Brooks to See Patients in Texas Monthly
May 05, 2013
Brooks will travel monthly to Navasota to receive and perform surgery on ophthalmology patients. Read More
UCD Announces New Masters Degree in Applied Equine Science
May 02, 2013
The University College Dublin (UCD) announced details of a masters program which will commence in September. Read More
National Coalition Launches TimeToRide.com
May 02, 2013
The site is a collaborative effort of ten horse organizations coordinated through the American Horse Council. Read More
