A readily available, inexpensive, and scientifically sound wound lavage systemJanuary 21, 2019There are many undeniable advantages to using a garden hose for wound lavage.
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Merck Animal Health and Alopexx develop pneumonia vaccine for foalsJanuary 18, 2019Two companies have come together to develop a vaccine for infections in young horses.
AAEP Good Works Award nominations now openJanuary 11, 2019The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) is inviting horse owners and organizations to submit the names of veterinarians who have contributed services or resources to benefit the local equine community.
Acute neurologic injuries in the horseDecember 27, 2018Acute, traumatic injury to the horse’s central nervous system is an occasional, and often devastating situation facing equine veterinarians, most often caused by a collision or fall. Injuries to the spinal cord and/or brain may result in a variety of different clinical presentations, however, the damage incurred by the tissues and cells of the nervous system are similar.
Understanding acute upper airway obstructionsDecember 14, 2018Since horses are obligate nasal breathers, the UA is the only conduit for airflow to and from the lungs, making a normal airway essential for the horse.
FDA requests preventative labels on dewormers to combat antiparasitic resistanceDecember 13, 2018Animal drug companies are being asked to revise the labels of medicine made to treat certain internal parasites in livestock and horses.
Merck Animal Health, AAEP celebrate 10 years of helping rescue horsesDecember 5, 2018The Unwanted Horse Veterinary Relief Campaign (UHVRC), which helps protect the health of horses in rescue, celebrates its 10-year anniversary this month.
How EOTRH screening boosts bottom linesNovember 19, 2018Equine practitioners are faced with limited options for the economic growth of their practice. Increasing service to the clients you already have is one of the best ways to boost revenue; one way, specifically, is through dental screening and care.
Stem cell treatments hold promise, require more researchOctober 24, 2018Over the past several years, some companies have produced various stem cell products for treating a variety of equine conditions, including tendon and ligament injuries, laminitis, and ocular issues, to name a few. There’s no question stem cells carry tremendous promise for the treatment of many diseases and injuries.
KSU, Biosecurity Research Institute researchers target African swine feverOctober 9, 2018Kansas State University researchers and the Biosecurity Research Institute have banded together to stop the spread of African swine fever virus to the U.S. The disease was reported in China in August and is positioned to spread throughout Asia and the Caucuses region of Eastern Europe. If African swine fever enters the U.S., it could cause billions in economic losses to swine and other industries, and devastate trade and international markets, animal disease experts say. There is no vaccine or cure for the disease, which causes hemorrhagic fever and high mortality in pigs (it does not infect humans). "African swine fever's introduction into China, poses an increased threat to the U.S.," said Stephen Higgs, PhD, director of the Biosecurity Research Institute. "Introduction of African swine fever virus into the U.S. would have an enormous impact on our agricultural industry. Research, education, and training at the Biosecurity Research Institute help to improve our understanding and preparedness for this threat." In 2013, the Biosecurity Research Institute became the first nonfederal facility to be approved for work with African swine fever virus, Higgs said. The university projects at the Biosecurity Research Institute are part of research that can transition to the National …
