Recent News for Mare Care and Problems
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Study Examines Pregnancy Loss, 'Treg' Cell Relationship
June 19, 2013
Study results show a reduction in a certain immune system cell could aid in diagnosing early pregnancy loss.... Read More
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Virgin Islands Horse Import Restrictions Lifted
June 16, 2013
Officials placed the restrictions after a horse in Puerto Rico tested positive for CEM. ... Read More
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EHV-1 Threat Cuts Park Stud's Breeding Season Short
June 15, 2013
Due to the recent EHV-1 outbreak at Woodbine, Park Stud has concluded the breeding season for its stallions. ... Read More
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Neurologic EHV-1 Confirmed at Woodbine Racetrack
June 12, 2013
Authorities have confirmed five EHV-1 cases in Barn 1 at Woodbine Racetrack in Toronto.... Read More
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Balancing Horse Movement and Disease Prevention
June 11, 2013
One researcher suggests some steps that could minimize disease risk without impeding horses’ travel.... Read More
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Canada EHV-1 Restrictions Partially Lifted
June 03, 2013
Officials have lifted the restrictions placed on one barn at the Campbellville Training Centre in Ontario.... Read More
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TOBA Breeding Clinic Concludes in Lexington
June 03, 2013
Presentations topics ranged from the physiological details of reproduction and foaling to diets and nutrition.... Read More
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Oregon State Vet Offers Seasonal Advice to Horse Owners
June 02, 2013
Brad LeaMaster, DVM, PhD, advised owners to protect their horses against WNV and EHV-1 this spring.... Read More
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Equine Neurologic Disease
June 01, 2013
The accurate diagnosis of equine neurologic disease is important for several reasons.... Read More
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CEM Prompts Restrictions on Virgin Islands Horse Imports
May 30, 2013
Officials implemented equine import restrictions after CEM was confirmed in a horse in Puerto Rico.... Read More
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2013 Update on Nocardioform Placentitis in Kentucky Mares
May 27, 2013
Subsequent to the nocardioform placentitis surge in 2011, research in this field has progressed. ... Read More
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Understanding Mare and Foal Behavior (AAEP 2012)
May 22, 2013
A behaviorist describes mare and foal behavior and how to avoid perpetuating undesirable orphan foal behavior.... Read More
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Authorities Monitoring EHV-1 Cases in Canada
May 21, 2013
Two Standardbred horses have tested positive for equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1). ... 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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TOBA to Offer Breeding Clinic in Lexington, May 31-June 2
May 19, 2013
Lecture topics will include planning a mating, nutrition, foaling, farm and pasture management, and more.... Read More
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Study: Not All Biosecurity Protocols Effective
May 16, 2013
Researchers say not all biosecurity protocols owners use will protect horses from infectious diseases.... Read More
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Vernon Downs EHV-1: One Horse Euthanized
May 08, 2013
One of three EHV-1 positive horses at Vernon Downs has been euthanized, a May 8 statement said.... Read More
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Vernon Downs EHV-1: At Least Four Horses Affected
May 06, 2013
Laboratory tests indicate at least four horses stabled at Vernon Downs are positive for EHV-1.... Read More
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EHV-1 Confirmed at Vernon Downs
May 06, 2013
Officials implemented a quarantine at Vernon Downs in New York after confirming a case of EHV-1 on May 4. ... Read More
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New Test Helps Vets Diagnose Placentitis in Pregnant Mares
May 06, 2013
Vets might be able to determine if some mares are at risk of late-term abortion by conducting a blood test.... Read More
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EHV-1 Confirmed in Ontario Horse
April 30, 2013
Neurotrophic equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) was recently confirmed in Wellington County, Ontario, Canada. ... 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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Commentary: Biosecurity for Infectious Disease Control
April 27, 2013
Remember to employ good biosecurity practices to help prevent infectious disease spread.... Read More
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Gluck Researchers Study Ways to Advance Breeding Season
April 25, 2013
Researchers recently investigated two ways to help advance the breeding season in mares. ... Read More
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AAEP, AHC Partner to Prevent Equine Disease Outbreaks
April 25, 2013
The organizations are leading the charge to track and provide information on equine disease threats.... Read More
