Erica Larson, News Editor
Erica Larson, News Editor, holds a degree in Journalism with an external specialty in Equine Science from Michigan State University in East Lansing, Mich. A Massachusetts native, she grew up in the saddle and hs dabbled in a variety of disciplines including foxhunting, saddleseat, and mounted games. Currently, Erica competes in three-day eventing with her OTTB, Dorado. Erica enjoys photography in her spare time.
Articles by Erica Larson
New California Equine WNV Case Brings State Total to 18
September 24, 2012
The 18-month-old unvaccinated Fresno County filly is reportedly recovering after testing positive for WNV. Read More
What's in an Equine Eye Exam?
September 19, 2012
A thorough eye examination can identify numerous potentially vision-threatening problems in horses. Read More
Kentucky's Twelfth Equine WNV Case of 2012 Confirmed
September 19, 2012
The unvaccinated 5-year-old Tennessee Walking Horse gelding from Garrad County was euthanized Sept. 18. Read More
New Equine EEE, WNV Cases Confirmed Across Country
September 18, 2012
Summer might be winding down, but equine mosquito-borne disease case numbers continue to rise. Read More
Laminitis Research Project Inclusion Criteria Expanded
September 16, 2012
The coordinators of the ongoing laminitis research project have expanded the inclusion criteria. Read More
California's Eleventh Equine WNV Case of 2012 Confirmed
September 13, 2012
An unvaccinated 4-year-old gelding was euthanized after contracting the virus. Read More
New Equine WNV Cases Found in Connecticut, Florida, Kentucky
September 12, 2012
The number of equine West Nile virus (WNV) cases identified this year in the United States continues to rise. Read More
Ohio State to Offer High-Field Equine MRI
September 12, 2012
A mobile, high-field unit will be available at the Veterinary Medical Center at least once monthly. Read More
Massachusetts Confirms EEE in Two Additional Horses
September 10, 2012
The MDPH last week confirmed two additional cases of Eastern equine encephalitis in horses. Read More
California's Tenth Equine WNV Case of 2012 Confirmed
September 10, 2012
The unvaccinated 3-year-old Butte County filly was euthanized as a result of the disease. Read More
New Equine Flexural Deformities Treatment Technique Studied
September 09, 2012
A novel treatment technique for correcting flexural deformities in foals showed promise in a recent study. Read More
Equine Temporohyoid Osteoarthropathy Studied
September 04, 2012
Researchers looked at common signs, diagnostics, and treatments for equine temporohyoid osteoarthropathy. Read More
Researchers Evaluate Horses as Model of Human Depression
September 03, 2012
Researchers found that depressed horses behave in a similar manner to depressed humans. Read More
Veterinarians Urge Vaccination against West Nile Virus
August 31, 2012
It's not too late to ensure your horse is properly vaccinated against the potentially deadly West Nile virus. Read More
Keys to Consider when Feeding Broodmares
August 29, 2012
Understanding broodmares' nutrient requirements can make developing a feeding program a less daunting task. Read More
Eighth Equine WNV Case of 2012 Confirmed in Kentucky
August 28, 2012
A 15-month-old Standardbred filly from Bourbon County was euthanized after developing clinical signs of WNV. Read More
Kentucky Equine West Nile Case Tally Rises to Seven
August 24, 2012
Neither horse--a 6-year-old Palomino gelding and a 3-year-old Quarter Horse gelding--was vaccinated. Read More
Oregon's First Equine WNV Case of 2012 Confirmed
August 24, 2012
The affected horse was identified in Klamath County, Ore. It is the state's first equine WNV case of 2012. Read More
Two Montana Horses Positive for WNV
August 23, 2012
Neither horse was vaccinated against the disease, and both were euthanized due to disease progression. Read More
Surgical Options for Managing Roaring in Horses
August 22, 2012
Numerous factors go into selecting the appropriate surgical procedure to treat equine roaring. Read More
Kentucky, California Report more WNV-Positive Horses
August 22, 2012
Five cases have been confirmed in Kentucky and six have been confirmed in California. Read More
Kentucky Reports Fourth Equine WNV Case of 2012
August 21, 2012
The Arabian colt from Scott County received a vaccination in March, but did not receive a follow-up booster. Read More
Colic Prevalence in Horses Hospitalized for Ocular Disease
August 20, 2012
Patients with ocular disease had a higher incidence of colic than some other hospitalized equids. Read More
Horses Injured in 2012 Italian Bareback Race
August 18, 2012
Six horses collided during the race. One sustained a slight fracture and is expected to recover. Read More
Increased Equine West Nile Virus Activity in 2012
August 18, 2012
More than 70 equine West Nile virus cases have already been diagnosed in the United States in 2012. Read More
