Equine
Alfalfa hay recalled after six horse deaths; blister beetle suspected
Hay originated in Kansas and was sold at two retailers in North Carolina in mid-August.
A pioneering vision for equine orthopedic research
C. Wayne McIlwraith looks back on a veterinary career dedicated to studying and fixing equine joints.
Equine industry may be recovering, according to survey
10,000-plus horse owners report stable, even increased, activity.
Six equine veterinary grads selected for AAEP Foundation scholarships
Four will receive Zoetis/AAEP Foundation scholarships; two will receive Northwestern Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association Equine Symposium/AAEP Foundation awards.
Rep. Ted Yoho, DVM, introduces legislation to crack down on horse soring
The PAST Act would replace self-policing with USDA inspectors.
A pungent poisoning: Onion toxicosis in a cat
Cats are more sensitive to the toxic properties of onions than other species are. Find out what you should do if an exposed cat is presented to your clinic.
Rustin Moore replaces Lonnie King as Ohio State veterinary dean
Equine expert brings history of administrative experience and professional service to role.
Prevent barn fires to preserve horses' lives
Equine veterinarians have a unique opportunity to work with barn personnel to protect horses from all-too-common disaster.
Maryland steroid violations raise questions about equine veterinarians' role
Use of compounded stanozolol results in postrace suspensions; experts debate legitimate vs. prohibited use.
FDA veterinary group addressing large-animal fluid shortage
Agency working with drug companies to import large-volume IV solution from other countries.
Merial acquires Legend, Marquis equine products from Bayer
Products used to treat osteoarthritis, EPM in horses.
Foal disorder linked to autism in people; new veterinary treatment may hold clues
Dr. John Madigan believes pressure in birth canal cues change in neurosteroids.
Equine veterinarians urged to report problems with Gastroade Xtra
Some lots of OTC omeprazole drug may be subpotent; product lacks FDA approval.
Feed manufacturer settles with horse owners after fatal monensin poisoning
With 12 horses now dead and several more deteriorating at Florida facility, company agrees to pay all veterinary bills and replace lost horses when owners are emotionally ready.
Two horses in South Carolina die with clinical signs that may point to monensin poisoning
Manufacturer says there is no evidence to indicate contamination; ranch owner says multiple tests confirm monensin in feed.
The spectacle of the mane event
An injury to a horse's leg results in an unusually hairy situation.
New members join American Association of Equine Practitioners board
President, vice president, treasurer and board members will serve through 2017.
UC Davis provides veterinarians with resources for EPM
Flow chart, videos and more available to practitioners online.
AAEP foundation, Markel award scholarships to veterinary students
Each student receives $2,500.
Data suggest veterinary market will improve in 2015
Forecasts predict an increase in GDP and consumers disposable income.
Equine drug Gastrotec recalled until manufacturer obtains FDA approval
Omeprazole-misoprostol combo marketed to public without safety and efficacy data, FDA says.
AVMA makes last-ditch effort to convince lame duck Congress to vote on soring bill
If the anti-soring legislation doesn't pass with the 113th Congress, a certain Kentucky Republican may make it impossible in 2015.
Veterinary report implicates contaminated feed in deaths of multiple horses
Horse owners, equine center seek large settlement as result of monensin poisoning.
New grading system could improve survival times in some horses with colic
System helps veterinarians determine whether small intestine should be removed.
UC-Davis expands equine ophthalmology services to meet demand
Veterinarians will have access to specialty tests and procedures for complex cases.
Brother now charged with the death of veterinarian Emily Champion and their parents
Ryan Champion faces four capital murder charges for the deaths of his family and the initial suspect, as well as one count of kidnapping.
Top 5 trees poisonous to large animals
Do you know the clinical signs of these tree-related toxicoses and how to help affected patients?
Colic: The most common equine killer
With close to a million reported cases annually, equine colic is responsible for more deaths than any other disease group-except old age. Learn how doctors are rapidly assessing and treating this condition.
Veterinarian, parents murdered at their western Kentucky home
Police are still searching for a motive in the triple homicide.
New survey explores veterinarians' lives as parents