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CDFA Confirms New Case of EHV-1
One new case of the neuropathogenic strain of Equine Herpes Virus-1 has been confirmed on the Orange County affected premises according to CDFA bringing the total to 9 cases that have been confirmed at that location.
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Case of Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy Confirmed
The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) has been notified of a confirmed case of Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy (EHM), caused by equine herpes virus 1 (EHV-1), in Southern Ontario.
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Genetics and Performance Conference Coming Up
Blood-Horse Publications, in conjunction with Pedigree Consultants LLC, announces the 2011 Thoroughbred Pedigree, Genetics and Performance Conference. The two-day event will be hosted at the Marriott Griffin Gate hotel in Lexington, Kentucky, on September
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Five New Cases of Equine Herpes Virus-1 Reported
According to the California Department of Food and Agriculture, new cases of Equine Herpes Virus-1 have been confirmed in Riverside and Orange County, California. These new cases bring the total number to 16.
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Equine Genetics - The New Frontier
Dr. Molly McCue of the University of Minnesota will be doing a webcast on July 20, 2011, the fifth in a series titled "Equine Genetics: A New Diagnostic Resource for Horse Owners.â The webcast is funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Agricult
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Equine Guelph Researchers Report Study with Video Release
In conjunction with research into arrythmias and sudden death in thorougbred race horses, researchers at Equine Guelph in Ontario, Canada have released a series of videos that report on their research and offer insights and help to all horse owners.
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Horse Owners Worried about Equine Virus
Concerns about mounting numbers of cases of Equine Herpes Virus-1 are being voiced by horse owners in Orange and Riverside Counties in Southern California. With many stables and large equestrian centers in the area, the fear that the contagious disease ma
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WCVM Research Survey Targets Cushing’s Disease
Cushingâs disease is considered one of the most commonly diagnosed endocrine disorders of horses â especially as the equine population continues to age.
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Salt First, Then Consider Adding Electrolytes
Dr Gettyâs July Tip: Salt First, Then Consider Adding Electrolytes Make sure the âdog days of summerâ donât bite your horse this year. Even at rest, your horse sweats more during hot weather, and he needs enough sodium (salt) to stay hydrated.
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CSU Equine Herpesvirus-1 Research Study
A Colorado State University study will look at how equine herpesvirus type 1 may compromise the immune system immediately upon entering the âgateâ of a horseâs respiratory system â the airway and throat â allowing it to spread through the body a