Surgery the most common treatment option for epiglottic entrapment in horses
Horses in a higher plane of work, such as racehorses, can present with exercise intolerance when affected by epiglottic entrapment.
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US zoo welcomes rare zebra filly foal
Hartmann’s Mountain Zebra filly foal the third to be born at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida in recent weeks.
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Video: Donkeys show what getting out of lockdown looks like
The end of the wet weather and wet ground means the residents at The Donkey Sanctuary can enjoy some freedom.
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FEI backs Olympic date change; Sports Forum goes online
The FEI is exploring possible alternatives for several major FEI events, as its annual FEI Sports Forum has been “stripped back”.
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Evidence of cats, dogs and horses being exposed to Hepatitis E revealed in Dutch study
Researchers urge further investigation into the prevalence of Hepatitis E and the potential of zoonotic transmission from pets.
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Webinar series considers pasture management for horse owners
Three webinars on offer explore pasture management, looking at stretching your hay supplies, grazing systems, and nutrition.
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Aust Pony Club brings in “Plan B” to keep riders interested
Online offerings aim to keep Pony Club’s 40,000 members occupied and interested during Covid-19 restrictions.
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Strip-grazing best to keep horses trim, study finds
The latest research compares strip grazing to two other restricted grazing practices during Britain’s grass-growing season.
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Nocardioform placentitis: A continuing enigma
Multiple factors may be involved in the development of the disease, an equine reproduction specialist says.
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Aust, NZ horse owners asked to share Covid-19 issues
Survey aims to learn of the effects of Covid-19 on horse owners, riders, trainers, grooms, stable managers, and other equestrian professionals, and then provide targeted advice.
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Studies to explore animals’ susceptibility to Covid-19
The World Organisation for Animal Health stresses that there is no evidence that companion animals spread the disease.
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Stop moving horses: Thai officials work to stop spread of African horse sickness
“Further measures may be launched to minimize and control the outbreak of the disease.”
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Covid-19: Govt gives Australian veterinarians “essential services” designation
Australia’s Federal Government declares veterinarians essential to the agricultural sector.
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Successful long-term treatment of a horse with central diabetes insipidus reported
Desmopressin acetate should be considered a valuable option for the long‐term treatment of horses with central diabetes insipidus, according to researchers.
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Eventer’s death prompts safety fund with $250K goal
“It may be too late for Kat and Kerry but if the tragic loss of their lives can lead to improved safety in their beloved sport, then maybe we can find a little light in this darkness.”
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African horse sickness emerges in Thailand; 42 horses dead
All horse movements suspended in a 150km radius from the centre of the outbreak in the country’s northeast.
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Study to explore whether a drug combination is harming horse bone health
Researchers will carry out a multidisciplinary study exploring combined usage of furosemide, commonly known as Lasix, and bisphosphonates in horses.
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Laminitis webinar available as on-demand video for horse folks
“Laminitis: Understanding the disease and best practices in prevention” the first in a series of webinars.
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New water works to benefit 80,000 working equines in Ethiopia
Brooke Ethiopia’s 17 new water projects within Ethiopia’s Oromia region include water points, troughs, reservoirs and line extensions, providing a much needed resource in areas suffering from severe water shortages.
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Equestrians should be using social media in positive ways
“There is a dangerous line between risk awareness and risk normalization, especially when that normalization takes on a celebratory or competitive element.”
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