Hepatitis virus frequently detectable in commercial equine serum pools, say researchers
A recently discovered virus linked to liver disease in horses appears to have worldwide distribution, according to researchers, who tested
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Colic considered the most common emergency in horses by yard owners
Factors considered important in emergency decision-making were the degree of pain, the likelihood of the condition resolving, and the severity of of the condition.
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Scientists call for greater focus on the horse disease dourine
“Recent outbreaks of surra and dourine in Europe illustrate the risk and consequences of importation of … infected animals into non-endemic countries.”
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Simple “dipstick” test could quickly identify equine flu
Modification to test developed to distinguish between human and avian flu would pave way for fast equine influenza diagnosis.
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Help! My horse has ulcers – what supplements should I feed?
The cause of most ulcers is not having access to forage at all times, 24/7, all day and all night.
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Chemotherapy can successfully treat lymphoma in horses, study finds
Adverse effects associated with chemotherapy in treating lymphoma in horses were common but usually mild and self‐limiting.
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Important respiratory disease findings revealed in surveillance program
“Throughout the study we’ve been tracking a lot of influenza even in well-vaccinated horses, regardless of age and breed.”
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Scientists’ new lab recipe helps in diagnosing glanders
The study team investigated Burkholderia mallei, the bacterium responsible for glanders, a highly infectious notifiable zoonotic disease.
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Laminitis charity closes with proud history of helping horses
Animal Health Foundation was founded in 1984 and raised nearly $US2 million to fund research into laminitis.
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Peritonitis in horses: Not all cases have an obvious cause
Not all cases of peritonitis in horses have a known underlying cause.
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Study findings raise possibility of therapies to target equine obesity
The study team used 40 horses in central Texas for their study. Half were obese while the others were healthy and of normal weight.
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Horses everywhere to benefit from $US1.3m equine research grants
Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation has funded projects to the time of more than $27.5 million since 1983.
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Computer model paints a 40-year picture of future worm resistance in horses
Model which took five years to develop can make predictions for 20, 30, 40 years or more in the matter of a few hours.
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Oral magnesium and boron found to reduce headshaking in horses
“Oral supplementation with magnesium or magnesium in combination with boron should be considered in horses affected with headshaking,” researchers said.
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Could dust be hindering your horse’s performance?
Researchers have shown dust is a problem for horses. Now, they’re looking at how to reduce their exposure.
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Buzz off! Here’s how to keep pesky flies away from your horses
Early action the best course for fly control, veterinarian advises.
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Salt vs. electrolyte supplements – an important distinction
Sweating from work, or heat and humidity increases a horse’s need for salt. It also increases the need for other electrolytes, such as potassium, calcium, and magnesium.
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Candidate blood biomarkers found for stomach ulcers in horses
Study results take us a step closer to being able to diagnose stomach ulcers in horses without the need for a gastroscopy.
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Stem-cell based lameness medicine launched in Europe
“We are sure that … this product will become a game changer in equine health.”
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Correct nutrition a key element in reducing EHV1 risk, findings suggest
Researchers delve into the effects that short-chain fatty acids have on the progression of EHV1 infections.
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