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PIGEON FEVER IN KENTUCKY
An unusual outbreak of the
bacterial disease "pigeon fever," also known as dryland
distemper, has been occurring in Kentucky over the past
three weeks, according to Doug Byars, DVM, a specialist
in internal medicine and equine critical care. He said
15 cases have been confirmed with bacterial cultures in
the last three weeks by Hagyard-Davidson-McGee
veterinary associates in Lexington. He said about 15
more cases have been diagnosed by clinical signs. Byars said
there were mini-clusters of two or three horses on some
farms.
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 ENDOMETRIAL
CYSTS Endometrial cysts (fluid-filled structures on or
within the endometrium, or uterine lining) occur in up
to 22% of all mares, and up to 55% of older mares, said
Karen Wolfsdorf, DVM, Dipl. ACT, of Hagyard-Davidson-McGee
(HDM) Veterinary Associates, in a presentation on this
topic at the recent HDM Bluegrass Equine Reproduction
Symposium.
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ACTINOBACILLUS SPECIES RESISTANCE
A retrospective study at the University of
Pennsylvania showed a possible pattern of resistance to
antibiotics by the Actinobacillus species. During the five-year study
period, 1,604 horses underwent "clean" elective surgical
procedures. Of those, 23 (1.43%) had postoperative wound
infections, and Actinobacillus species were isolated
from 10 of the 23 (43%).
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BAYER VET TIP: CARE OF THE PREGNANT MARE
We often think of pregnancy as a delicate and fragile condition. When it
comes to horses, this perception is perhaps due to the mare's relatively poor
reproductive performance in comparison to other domestic animals. However, in a
natural setting, the mare does comparatively well reproductively. Proper
nutrition, deworming, exercise, and vaccinations will help ensure a healthy
pregnancy, and you can look forward to the birth of your foal with greater
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SECOND HORSE PERISHES IN SINKHOLE
Despite rescuers' desperate efforts, the second of
two horses trapped after their barn was engulfed in a
sinkhole died last Friday. According to an Associated Press
report, the sinkhole in Sanford, Fla., was 50 feet wide
and 30 feet deep.
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FARM IN OHIO RAVAGED BY RECENT TORNADOES
The former home of Magical Mac, a horse who lived to
be 50 and had his own book, was hit by one of the tornadoes which struck the Midwest and South on Nov. 10.
Michele Davis owns Serendipity Stables near West
Mansfield, Ohio. The facility, which works with special
needs children and adults, was hosting a free open house
when the tornado hit the area. Of the 13 people at the
farm at the time, only one was injured, but two of the
eight horses were killed and Davis' house and barn were
destroyed.
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 WEST NILE VIRUS DETECTED
IN FLORIDA ALLIGATORS
Three farm-raised alligators from central Florida have tested positive for
West Nile virus, according to the University of Florida College of Veterinary
Medicine. This is the first time the virus has affected U.S. reptiles. Officials
are investigating how the reptiles became infected--whether it was through the
conventional mosquito bite, or if there were other means of transmission.
MORE... For archived stories on West Nile virus, click
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AAEP ASK THE VET:
PIN FIRING
Q: I am about to purchase a gelding who is off
the track. I notice he has lines of scars on his cannons
that the owner says are from something called pin
firing. What is pin firing, what is its purpose, and how
often is it performed? Is there any long-term damage as
a result?
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 EDITOR'S
PICK
An excerpt from
The Horse's Muscles in Motion
by Sara Wyche
Soundness depends on the physical build, aptitude and, to some extent, mental
flexibility of the individual. It is a qualitative description, and may even
reflect age or immaturity. For example, young horses pass through phases of
awkward movement, bordering on unsoundness, as their limbs and bodies grow or as
they learn to adjust their balance when they are first backed.
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UNDERRUN HEELS
Underrun heels are so common today that many fail to
see them as an abnormality, and those who might
recognize them as a problem often believe they're of minor importance.
Yet, if not controlled, they will steadily degrade the
hoof's interior structure, leading to tremendous trouble
for your horse. In "Underrun Heels--Not so Innocent" in
the November 2002 issue of The Horse, read about what underrun heels are, how
they develop, and how to take control of the
problem.
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RETIRED RACEHORSES NEED HAY
The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation farm at the
Blackburn Correctional Facility in Lexington, Ky., is in need
of grass-mix hay. If you have any extra hay that you
would like to donate, or any for sale at a reasonable
price, please contact J.W. Stephens, farm manager, at
859/246-2366 ext. 293 or e-mail
jwstephens@tiusa.net.
Click here for more information on the Thoroughbred
Retirement Foundation farm at Blackburn. |
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 BIRTH MONITORING SYSTEMS
Attending your mare's delivery will allow you to detect
and begin correcting any
problems during the foaling process or immediately
thereafter. But you need to know when she's foaling to
do this! In "Expecting Company?" in the November 2002
issue of The Horse, veterinarian Christina Cable,
DVM, Dipl. ACVS,
discusses several options for birth alarms and/or
monitoring systems, listing the pros and cons for each
so that you can make an educated choice as to what system(s) would work best for you and your horse.
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ATTENTION HORSE OWNERS IN THE SOUTHEASTERN U.S.!
Some of the most recognized names in veterinary
medicine are going to be right at your doorstep Dec. 8
in Orlando, at the American Association of Equine
Practitioners' Horseman's Day. Don't miss this rare
opportunity to hear the latest research news and tips on
ulcers, colic, dentistry, horseshoeing, breeding
techniques, and emerging diseases!
Find out more
online or by contacting
droberts@aaep.org.
See archived information from
2001's Horseman's Day on nutrition,
emergency first aid, colic, trailer loading, and
diagnosing neurological damage. |
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AAEP HEALTH LINK: Tying-Up
Tying-up is a syndrome or description of a horse with
muscle damage that has many different causes. It
probably is one of the most misunderstood and
controversial syndromes in the athletic horse. Since
there are several causes, some of which appear to be
inherited, there is no single cure. For more information
on tying-up,
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MATCHMAKING: Adoptable Horse of the
Week
Each week we will feature a horse ready for adoption from a recognized
welfare group. Is this one for you?
 Helensgonnaexplode (a.k.a. Helen) is an
8-year-old chestnut Thoroughbred
mare at the ReRun (a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization devoted to ex-racehorses)
chapter located in Hampshire, Ill. Don't let her name fool you--Helen has a very
laid-back personality and will easily adapt to a variety of disciplines. She was
raced, but has extremely clean legs and is sound.
For more information, please e-mail gcody@rerun.org ReRun
Illinois or visit
http://www.rerun.org.
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