Recent News for Digestive Tract Problems
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International Equine Disease Report, Fourth Quarter 2012
April 23, 2013
Reported diseases include contagious equine metritis, strangles, influenza, equine herpesvirus, and more.... Read More
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Equine Guelph to Offer Second Colic Prevention eWorkshop
April 13, 2013
Equine Guelph has opened registration for a second offering of their eWorkshop on colic prevention.... Read More
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Grayson-Jockey Club to Fund 12 New Projects in 2013
March 15, 2013
The Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation approved funding of 12 new projects in 2013. ... Read More
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Lawsonia intracellularis Tests: How Do They Measure Up? (AAEP 2012)
March 02, 2013
Researchers tested the usefullness of four blood serum tests in detecting L. intracellularis.... Read More
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Lawsonia Prevalence Patterns Investigated
February 22, 2013
Yearly variability in exposure to Lawsonia in young horses appears to be different than previously thought.... Read More
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Will Rolling Cause Colic?
February 19, 2013
Does the actual act of normal rolling cause torsion? ... Read More
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Rachel Alexandra Remains in Serious Condition
February 14, 2013
Rachel Alexandra remains in serious condition Feb. 14 after undergoing surgery yesterday. ... Read More
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Equine Guelph Offers Online Colic Course
February 09, 2013
Equine Guelph is combating colic with a new online eWorkshop March 11-24.... Read More
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Decoding Small Intestine Problems with Ultrasound (AAEP 2012)
February 09, 2013
Ultrasound can be a valuable aid to practitioners when assessing the cause and severity of colic.... Read More
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Colic Researchers: Tight Junctions Crucial in Gut Function
February 01, 2013
A research team is examining how infectious disease and inflammation impact cells in the horse's gut.... Read More
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Two Supplements' Effects on Nonglandular Ulcers (AAEP 2012)
January 28, 2013
Some nutritionists have speculated that certain dietary supplements might assist with equine ulcer management.... Read More
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Commentary: The Evolution of Equine Disease Quarterly
January 19, 2013
Dr. Roberta Dwyer shares thoughts on the evolution of the publication produced by UK and Lloyd's of London.... Read More
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The Miniature Horse: More Than Just a Smaller Horse
January 13, 2013
Miniature Horses are more susceptible to some health problems than their larger counterparts.... Read More
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International Equine Disease Report, Third Quarter 2012
January 11, 2013
Diseases reported include contagious equine metritis, equine herpesvirus, piroplasmosis, and more.... Read More
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The Horse: Top 10 Horse Health Articles of 2012
January 01, 2013
The staff at TheHorse.com tallied the most popular articles of 2012. Did your favorites make the list?... Read More
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The Horse: Top 10 Blog Posts of 2012
December 31, 2012
We've taken a few minutes to tally our most popular blog posts of 2012. Did your favorites make the list?... Read More
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Racehorse Paynter to Resume Training, Wins Vox Populi
December 27, 2012
It's hoped that the colt, who battled a series of medical issues in 2012, will return to the track in 2013.... Read More
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Preventing Fall and Winter Colic
December 11, 2012
Paying attention to equine management can go a long way to decrease colic incidence.... Read More
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Top Equine Surgery Studies of 2012 (AAEP 2012)
December 10, 2012
Dr. Lisa Fortier recaps studies on upper respiratory tract health, colic, lameness, and racehorse health.... Read More
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Coleman, Page Recipients of EQUUS Foundation Research Fellows
December 03, 2012
The awards emphasize the importance of assisting researchers in their exploration of horse health topics.... Read More
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Bismuth to Treat, Prevent Equine Stomach Ulcers?
November 30, 2012
In the case of horses with ulcers, the use of bismuth is not recommended.... Read More
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University of Nottingham Seeking Vet Participation in Colic Survey
November 24, 2012
The survey will collect information on how cases of colic present and are assessed in veterinary practice.... Read More
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Tips for Managing Horses in Winter to Avoid Colic
November 21, 2012
Making diet changes slowly, ensuring water intake, and keeping horses moving can help reduce colic risk.... Read More
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Commentary: Racehorse Paynter Continues Road to Recovery
November 13, 2012
Steve Haskin provides an update on Paynter's recovery at Fair Hill Equine Therapy Center.... Read More
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Coronavirus: A Cause of Enteric Disease in Adult Horses?
November 12, 2012
Coronavirus--common in foals--could be associated with enteric disease outbreaks in adult horses.... Read More
