Equine monitoring on horizon, but pet trackers first
Advances being made in wearable monitoring technology for animals.
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Horse owners in Washington State urged to vaccinate against West Nile
“Do it before mosquitoes are active,” says state veterinarian.
Read more“Foot man” welcomed into equine vet Hall of fame
Podiatrist Raul Bras the latest Rood & Riddle vet to be honored.
Read moreMajor US equine health survey targets 28 states
Third such survey in 17 years to start in May.
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“Shipping fever” a risk in long-distance transport of horses
Reported cases show magnitude of the problem, says specialist.
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Early recognition vital in combating new diseases, says expert
“Some may have significant economic consequences.”
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Equine disease outbreaks for 4th quarter of 2014 listed
The usual suspects, plus a major vesicular stomatitis outbreak in the US.
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Stray Mexican donkey seized in Texas tests positive for much-feared glanders
“Mexican strays continue to pose a huge threat to Texas livestock.”
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Parasite egg counts: Now there’s an app
Groundbreaking technology could revolutionize fecal egg counts.
Read moreSweet lupins could overtake soya in animal feeds
GM worries and import costs may mean soya takes lesser role.
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Researchers show value of diet and exercise for laminitis-prone horses
Nineteen horses and ponies put on individually tailored programmes.
Read moreCommon equine parasite wrongly identified in textbooks – study
Parascaris univalens is now the main roundworm species in horses.
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Horse allergies: Early exposure can help build resistance – study
Researchers probe insect-bite hypersensitivity.
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Horses stabled alone show signs of stress, study shows
Solitary stabling can impact on health and wellbeing, research suggests.
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First use of silk mesh to repair a hernia in a horse
“Clinical significance not only for horses but also for humans.”
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Midge study helps understanding of African horse sickness
One species in Senegal particularly drawn to horses.
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$1.1m boost for equine health research
Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation announces new projects for 2015.
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British researchers spot regional variation in colic risk
Lancashire horses have higher risk of particular form of colic.
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Horse death highlights dangers of encysted small redworms
Some horse owners unaware they must treat for them every year.
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Discovery could open way to fresh approaches to parasite control
Neat “Trojan horse” tactic of parasite revealed.
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