Recent News for More Diseases & Conditions
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Eventing Gold Medalist King Artus Dies at Competition
May 22, 2013
The 17-year-old Holsteiner gelding collapsed at the end of a cross-country course May 18 in Germany. ... Read More
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Fescue Grass Toxicity in Broodmares
May 19, 2013
During the breeding and foaling season, lush fescue pastures could create problems for pregnant mares.... Read More
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Tips for Guarding Against Heat Stress in Horses
May 18, 2013
Identify and address the early stages of heat stress in horses before heat stroke develops.... Read More
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Oleander Poisoning: A Preventable Illness
May 01, 2013
Oleanders contain numerous toxic compounds which can be deadly to people and animals--including horses.... Read More
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Prolonged Gestation: Is Fescue Toxicosis a Possibility?
April 30, 2013
My mare was bred more than 390 days ago and still has not foaled. Is it possible she has grass poisoning?... Read More
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The Equine Heart: Power Plant Unequaled
April 29, 2013
Learn about the equine heart and some conditions most often encountered by equine cardiologists.... Read More
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California Sees Rise in Horse Deaths due to Cardiac Failure
April 11, 2013
California racing saw a sharp increase last year in the number of fatalities due to cardiac failures.... Read More
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Few Clues in Alleged Pennsylvania Horse Poisonings
April 11, 2013
Law enforcement authorities continue to be stymied by the alleged poising of nine horses in Pennsylvania. ... Read More
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Pennsylvania Police Probe Alleged Horse Poisonings
April 02, 2013
Police are hoping the public can help unravel a mystery surrounding nine alleged horse poisonings.... Read More
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What to Consider Before Tooth Removal in Horses (AAEP 2012)
April 01, 2013
Before extracting a horse's tooth, owners and veterinarians must consider a number of important factors.... Read More
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Handling Equine Oral Tooth Extraction Failures (AAEP 2012)
March 22, 2013
Tooth extractions don't always go as planned, so practitioners must be ready for potential complications.... Read More
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Triaging Acute Equine Neurologic Emergencies
March 19, 2013
One veterinarian reviewed the steps in triaging acute equine neurologic emergencies in the field.... Read More
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Alltech Launches Five-Point Mycotoxin Management Program
March 09, 2013
Exposure to certain mycotoxins can cause a number of serious health problems for horses, including death.... Read More
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Concerning Collapse
February 05, 2013
My horse collapsed at a show, but had normal vitals upon standing. Now she's lethargic. What could be wrong?... Read More
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Weed of the Month: Eastern Poison Ivy
January 26, 2013
Horses are not sensitive to poison ivy, but can transfer the irritating urushiol oil to humans.... Read More
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Thinking Through Cheek Tooth Extraction Complications (AAEP 2012)
January 25, 2013
Planning for potential dental extraction complications is essential to a successful procedure.... Read More
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Using Mature Hay for Bedding: Potential for Tall Fescue Toxicity
January 24, 2013
Ergovaline levels over 200 ppb (parts per billion) in mature hay can cause fescue toxicity in pregnant mares.... 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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Equine Grass Sickness--Still an Enigma
January 18, 2013
Researchers still do not know grass sickness' cause and, therefore, lack any means for causal therapy.... Read More
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Utter Speaks about Eye Cancer in Horses at Penn Vet
January 18, 2013
Monthly First Tuesday lecture series focuses on equine eye cancer in February.... Read More
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Aortic Rupture Suspected in Olympic Show Jumper's Death
January 17, 2013
Show jumper Wonderboy III likely died from a cardiac condition leading to aortic rupture, his owner says.... Read More
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Link Identified between Tree Seed and Seasonal Pasture Myopathy
January 16, 2013
Seeds from box elder trees were consistently present in the autumn pastures of all horses studied.... Read More
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Loose Stools in Old Age
January 15, 2013
My old gelding is generally healthy, but lately he developed loose stools. Is there something I'm missing?... Read More
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Diet Restriction for Equine Weight Loss
December 29, 2012
Researchers found that dietary restriction to 1.25% of body mass can promote weight loss, to a certain extent.... Read More
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12 Christmas Wishes for Horses, Owners from Veterinary Experts
December 25, 2012
Consider the following "wishes" equine experts made to help maximize your horses' quality of life. ... Read More
