Fact Sheet
Botulism in Horses
Botulism is an often fatal neurologic disease of horses mostly caused by C. botulinum type B.
News/Interview
ACVIM 2013: Signs of Colic vs. Botulism
Horses with botulism often present as if they're colicking. Here is how to tell the difference.
Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt
Article
Balancing Horse Movement and Disease Prevention
One researcher suggests some steps that could minimize disease risk without impeding horses’ travel.
Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt
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- Balancing Horse Movement and Disease Prevention
- How Humans Handle the Hendra Virus Risk
- Iowa Horse Owners Encouraged to Vaccinated Against WNV
- Australian Horse Industry Could Face Increased Disease Risk
- EIA Confirmed in Nebraska Horses
Farm Call: Your Questions Answered
Q. I know there are many treatments available for equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM), but are there any that are safe for use in pregnant mares? Would sulfadiazine/pyrimethamine (Rebalance) be a safer option over either of these?
At Home with Horses
Rule No. 1 of At-Home Horse Keeping: Make Friends with the Hay Guy
A reliable source of quality hay is necessary for the health of our horses. Do you ever worry about shortages and rising hay prices?









