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AUCTION DONATIONS REQUESTED TO HELP MISSOURI CRASH HORSES
Veterinarians and veterinary technicians have launched a non-profit organization called St. Louis Horse Heroes to raise funds for the care of the 25 survivors of a horrific Sept. 27 crash of a double-decker trailer that was ferrying the horses to slaughter in Illinois. Caretakers for these animals are requesting the help of horse owners and enthusiasts nationwide--they need silent and live auction items. The proceeds from this auction will benefit the organizations caring for the survivors. The estimated care of the survivors has risen to approximately $50,000. MORE...
More on the Missouri Crash Victims:
Missouri Crash Victims Recovering: Three Remain Hospitalized
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POSSIBLE EHV-1 CASES HAVE TRACKS ON-GUARD
The racing industry is safeguarding against equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) in light of a possible EHV-1 outbreak at Monmouth Park in Oceanport, N.J., where several horses have developed fevers and are being tested for the illness. New Jersey Sports & Exposition Authority's track officials, who oversee Monmouth and Meadowlands (in Rutherford, N.J.) racetracks, have placed restrictions on horses stabled at Monmouth and on horses shipping into the Meadowlands. Several racetracks around the country have issued statements that horses that have been stabled at Monmouth will not be permitted on their grounds. MORE...
More on the EHV-1 outbreak:
Vet Expert Says: N.J. Track's Caution is "Judicious and Smart"
Equine Herpes Scare Forces Ban on Shipping
Calder Institutes Policy to Curb Infectious Diseases Among Racehorses
Possible Virus Has Mid-Atlantic Tracks Taking Action
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AFTER FIVE MONTHS, BARBARO STILL GOING STRONG It has been a little over five months since Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro was brought to the University of Pennsylvania's George D. Widener Hospital at New Bolton Center. "I am happy to report that Barbaro had another good week, and his appetite and vital signs remain excellent," said Dean W. Richardson, DVM, Dipl. ACVS, chief of surgery at the hospital.
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INTRODUCING ZYLEXIS™ AN INACTIVATED (KILLED) PARAPOX OVIS VIRUS IMMUNOMODULATOR.
Demonstrated Efficacy: Aids in the reduction of upper respiratory disease caused by EHV-1 & -4, which are thought to latently infect 80% of horses.
Demonstrated Science: Stimulates immune response, which is useful in reducing severity and duration of viral disease. 1
Demonstrated Safety: None of the Zylexis treated horses had visible or palpable reactions at the injection site or systemic reactions. 2
Demonstrated clinical reduction of nasal discharge following co-mingling challenge with EHV-1 and/or -4. 3
EHV can be easily triggered by common stressors to horses (e.g., trailering, competition, breeding, and environmental changes).
For more information, click here.
(FOOTNOTES)
(1) Ziebell K.L.; Steinmann H.; Kretzdorn D.; et al. The use of Baypamun N in crowding infections respiratory disease: Efficacy of Baypamun N (freeze dried product) in 4-10 month old horses. Zentralbl Veterinarmed B. 1997; 44:529-536.
(2) Data on file, Study Report No. Nov. 20, 2000.
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BLUE'S CLUES The foal flutters his eyelids in the dawning hours during his first day of his life. He stands, wobbles around his dam, and finally nurses, showing the vigorous signs of a healthy newborn. Now that the foal has safely made its way into the world, the breeder starts inventorying exactly what she has in front of her: a colt. Strong Quarter Horse body. Straight legs. Bay. Three small white socks and a broad blaze down the center of his face. One blue eye. Where did that come from?
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THEHORSE.COM OFFERS FREE PDF LIBRARY
When you are in a hurry to find information on a particular topic, it’s helpful if someone you trust has put together the information in an easy-to-use format. TheHorse.com has launched a PDF Library for horse owners. This information is free to all registered users on the web site, and registration to the site is also free.
With nearly 8,000 articles on horse health, care, welfare, and management in the searchable database on TheHorse.com, those who breed, own, and train horses can find a wealth of information on a wide variety of topics. TheHorse.com also offers continuously updated news to keep you abreast of what is happening in the horse industry. And all this information is free.
The PDF Library will grow over time. Currently there are PDF documents you can read or download on the following topics: Nutrition (sponsored by Platinum Performance), Equine Herpesvirus (sponsored by Pfizer), Vaccination (sponsored by Fort Dodge Animal Health), Parasites, and a compilation of articles and news stories from the 2006 hurricane aftermath.
TheHorse.com PDF Library also contains the following downloadable forms: Medication Log, Identification Form, and Halter Tag. The identification forms should be filled out and kept on file, and a copy should be sent to a friend to assist in identifying your horse and determining his ownership in case of emergency.
The PDF Library can be accessed from the left-hand toolbar at TheHorse.com, or can be viewed by clicking here.
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BEYOND HOUSE CALLS If you have been at the All American Quarter Horse Congress in Columbus, Ohio, recently, you've seen them there. If not, you'll have about 30 more chances to meet the Equine Sports Medicine veterinary team members within the next year.
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NEW EVIDENCE OF EARLY HORSE DOMESTICATION Soil from a Copper Age site in northern Kazakhstan has yielded new evidence for the existence of domesticated horses up to 5,600 years ago. The discovery, consisting of phosphorus-enriched soils inside what appear to be the remains of horse corrals beside pit houses, matches what would be expected from Earth once enriched by horse manure. The Krasnyi Yar site was inhabited by people of the Botai culture of the Eurasian Steppe, who relied heavily on horses for food, tools, and transport.
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AAEP 2006 HEALTHY HORSES WORKSHOP
The American Association of Equine Practitioners' 2006 Healthy Horses Workshop (formerly Horseman's Day) is Saturday, Dec. 2, in San Antonio, Texas. Horse owners may now pre-register online for this event and save $15. Early registration cut-off is Nov. 6.
Click here to register today!
The program this year includes:
- Colic: What it Means to You and Your Horse
- Equine Reproduction: From Conception to Birth
- Joint Disease and Lameness in the Horse: Why Does it Happen, and What Can be Done About it?
- Managing the Health and Well-Being of Your Aging or Geriatric Horse
- First Aid Tips for the Horse Owner
- "The Problem Horse" featuring trainer John Lyons
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NEW CLAIM: ARSENIC POISONING KILLED PHAR LAP Arsenic killed Australasia's greatest racehorse Phar Lap near San Francisco 74 years ago, a new scientific study alleges. The story in the Rupert-Murdoch-owned (Melbourne) Sun-Herald suggests that the finding "reveals" that Phar Lap was poisoned.
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TWHBEA ANNOUNCES CANCELLATION OF INVITATIONAL HORSE SHOW The Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders' and Exhibitors' Association (TWHBEA) announced Oct. 18 that the Tennessee Walking Horse Invitational scheduled for Nov. 24 and 25, has been cancelled.
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DIFFERENT ORIGIN OF INSECT HYPERSENSITIVITY IN ICELANDIC HORSES? Insect bite dermal hypersensitivity might have a different origin in Icelandic horses than in horses of other breeds, according to a study completed by researchers at the University of Bristol's school of Clinical Veterinary Science in the United Kingdom. The study was published in the August issue of Veterinary Immunology and Immunopathology.
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LOST IN THE FOG'S CANCER EXTENSIVE, NECROPSY REVEALS The deceased champion sprinter Lost in the Fog's cancer was much more extensive than originally believed and most likely had been growing for many months. Results of the necropsy, released Oct. 18, showed a gigantic tumor that compromised several of his internal organs.
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AAEP ASK THE VET: MOUTH ULCERATION
Q. My 7-year-old Tennessee Walking Horse has developed ulcers on the bars of his mouth. They quickly resolved within a week of antiseptic mouth washes, but they returned three weeks later. The bit is well-placed in his mouth and doesn't touch the affected area. His hay, grain, and turnout have remained the same. Any idea why this would happen?
A. Click here for the answer.
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AAEP HEALTH LINK: RINGBONE
I have a 7-year-old gelding that has ringbone. What can be done for him?
Click here for the answer.
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POLL: BEING PREPARED
The Horse wants to know--Do you have a management plan in place in case of an equine infectious disease outbreak?
Vote here now!
Results of Last Week's Poll
Have you encountered any of the following newborn foal problems?
- Constipation: 31.18% (145)
- Angular limb deformities: 30.32% (141)
- I don't have any newborn foals: 27.10% (126)
- Other: 21.94% (102)
- Premature foal: 18.28% (85)
- Dummy foal: 17.20% (80)
- Failure of passive transfer: 16.99% (79)
- Septicemia: 16.13% (75)
- Umbilical infection: 12.90% (60)
- Ruptured bladder: 5.59% (26)
Total votes: 465 (Multiple votes were allowed)
Click here to view poll answers and comments!
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LOOKING FOR AN EQUINE ASSOCIATION OR BREED REGISTRY?
Looking for an equine associaiton or breed registry? Visit The Horse Source and use the pulldown menu at the top of the page to scroll to the Association/Breed Registry category.
Buy a copy of The Horse Source now at Exclusively Equine for $14.95!
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RECOMMENDED READING: UNDERSTANDING EQUINE FIRST AID
For horse owners and others who care for horses, recognizing the differences between what is normal and what is abnormal about them forms the basic foundation for good animal husbandry and veterinary medicine. Using your powers of observation can be very important for the early recognition of subtle abnormalities.
Click here to read more.
Buy Understanding Equine First Aid this week for the sale price of $10.95!
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MATCHMAKING: ADOPTABLE HORSE
Beta is a 17-year-old, 14.2-hand Quarter Horse mare. She is very gentle, can be ridden by children, and has no vices. For more on Beta or others at the Bright Futures Farm in Spartansburg, Pa., visit www.brightfuturesfarm.org/ or e-mail info@brightfuturesfarm.org.
Are you a registered not-for-profit organization with an adoptable horse? Send a photo, description of the horse, and your web site URL here to have your horse listed.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Oct. 26-28--BWFA National Horseshoers Convention in LaFayette, Ga.
Nov. 1-Jan. 31--NCSU College of Veterinary Medicine Online Stallion Service Auction
Dec. 2--The American Association of Equine Practitioners' 2006 Healthy Horses Workshop in San Antonio, Texas.
To submit a horse health event to TheHorse.com calendar, click here!
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