Recent News for More Diseases & Conditions
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Toxic Weeds Likely Behind the Deaths of 19 BLM Horses
December 17, 2012
Preliminary results from Colorado State University suggests ingestion of the plant caused the horses' deaths.... Read More
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Simultaneous Ivermectin and Solanum Plant Poisoning in Horses
December 07, 2012
Horses consuming Solanum plants could be at risk for ivermectin toxicity, even if the drug is dosed correctly.... Read More
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UK to Host 2013 Equine Showcase, Breeders' Short Course
December 04, 2012
The programs will highlight industry research findings, reproduction topics, and horse management issues.... Read More
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Bitting Problems and Your Horse
December 03, 2012
Evaluate dental health and bit suitability to determine if your bit could be causing training issues.... Read More
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Study: EHV-1 Not Linked to Headshaking
November 30, 2012
Researchers recently tested if idiopathic headshaking in horses could be similar to a condition in humans.... Read More
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Weed of the Month: Common Milkweed
November 16, 2012
Common milkweed produces cardiac-glycosides that are toxic to horses and can cause death within 24 hours.... Read More
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Equine Grass Sickness Vaccine Pilot Study Announced
November 12, 2012
This pilot study is in preparation for a full vaccine trial, which is likely to commence in 2013 or 2014.... Read More
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Could Endophyte-Infected Fescue Cause Lameness in Horses?
November 06, 2012
Researchers observed noticeable lameness in horses consuming high levels of endophyte-infected seeds and hay.... Read More
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WSU Lecture: Assessing Equine Heart Murmur Significance
October 21, 2012
Veterinarians can earn 1 CE hour for attending the Nov. 6 webinar.... Read More
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Fluoridated Water and Horses
October 14, 2012
Studies are needed to determine safe limits of fluoride in feed and water for horses.... Read More
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Horse Owners Warned that Ragwort in UK "Worse than Ever"
October 07, 2012
Ragwort is a poisonous weed for horses which results resulting in liver damage and, sometimes, death.... Read More
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Effect of Restricted Grazing on Hindgut pH and Fluid Balance
October 03, 2012
Restricted pasture access does not have negative effects on hindgut fermentation or fluid balance.... Read More
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Inguinal Hernia in Horses
October 01, 2012
My gelding has been diagnosed with a hernia between the omentum and the inguinal ring. He hasn't had signs of ... Read More
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UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Daniel Hestad
September 29, 2012
Hestad studied how endophyte-infected tall fescue seed ingestion would affect nonpregnant mares.... Read More
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Weed of the Month: Bitter Sneezeweed
September 26, 2012
This plant contains toxins that can cause digestive issues, appetite loss, and neurologic problems in horses.... Read More
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Counterfeit Equine Anemia Drug Surfaces in Canada
September 24, 2012
Bioniche annouced that Hippirontm 1000 has been counterfeited and was being sold via an Internet website.... Read More
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Equine Wolf Teeth
September 09, 2012
While these teeth usually don't pose a health risk to the horse, they are often removed in performance horses.... Read More
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Tumors and Treatments
August 31, 2012
These lumps and bumps can mean trouble, but researchers are making headway in defining tumor treatment strateg... Read More
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Weed of the Month: Wild Carrot
August 25, 2012
Mild neurotoxicity to horses was reported in Europe but is not considered a serious threat in North America.... Read More
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Cardiorespiratory Causes of Poor Equine Performance
August 17, 2012
In order for a horse to reach his athletic potential, his cardiorespiratory system must function properly.... Read More
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Univ. of Md. Extension Schedules Routine Horse Care Lectures
August 12, 2012
The three-part series will cover routine veterinary, farriery, and dental care.... Read More
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Understanding Equine Movement Disorders
August 02, 2012
More research is needed to fully understand equine movement disorders such as shivers and stringhalt.... Read More
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Toxin Topic: Blue-Green Algae Poisoning
July 28, 2012
Most animals exposed to these algae toxins die suddenly. Treatment is supportive care based on clinical signs.... Read More
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Weed of the Month: Johnsongrass
July 23, 2012
Johnsongrass is a coarse-textured perennial grass that grows well in pastures, gardens, fields, and roadsides.... Read More
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Elite, Non-Elite Endurance Horse Hearts Compared
July 22, 2012
Elite endurance horses had fewer cardiac abnormalities and different cardiac dimensions than non-elite horses.... Read More
