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VPL Introduces DURALACTIN®EQUINE JOINT PLUS
A Combination Joint Supplement Modulates Excessive Neutrophil Response To Help Promote Normal Activity And Promotes Joint Health And Function PHOENIX - February 28, 2006 - A national survey* shows equine veterinarians diagnose an average of ... Read the full article

Every Horse Needs an Annual Dental Exam, Says the AAEP
Because proper dental care is vital to a horse’s overall health, the AAEP is launching a campaign to promote the need for horses to receive a thorough oral examination at least once a year. Designed to reach horse owners, the campaign will kick off in April and run through 2008. ... Read the full article

Lyme Disease- The Silent Killer
Of all the ailments that your horse can have, Lyme disease is one of the most puzzling. Since horses are athletic in nature, many of the early symptoms of the disease can often be explained away as normal equestrian ailments. In fact, almost 90% of the horses that contract Lyme disease go undiagnosed. Understanding more about the factors that play a role in Lyme disease, and understanding how to diagnose and treat the disease can go a long way to protecting your livestock. Keep reading to find out more about this silent killer. ... Read the full article

Cushing’s Disease and your Horse
According to publisher and horse owner Shelly Mellot, Cushing's Disease (scientifically known as Hyperadrenalcorticism) is a disease that hits horses and canines. “It’s caused by excessive levels of gluocorticoid (a type of steroid made by the pituitary gland),” Mellot said. “You have to take the disease very seriously because it can lead to other problems.” ... Read the full article

Nutramax Laboratories, Inc. Launches Cosequin® HA+ASU Treats for Horses
Nutramax Laboratories, Inc. is pleased to announce the launch of Cosequin® HA+ASU Treats. Cosequin HA+ASU Treats provide a high quality hyaluronic acid (HA) along with avocado/soybean unsaponifiables (ASU) for joint health. ... Read the full article

HORSE REPORTS BOOST DISEASE SURVEILLANCE
London, 24 June/GNN/ -- DEPARTMENT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS News Release (262/05) issued by the Government News Network on 24 June 2005 New quarterly surveillance reports have been launched to monitor disease outbreaks in horse ... Read the full article

Fortier honored as outstanding researcher with Pfizer award
ITHACA, N.Y. Lisa A. Fortier, DVM, PhD, DACVS, assistant professor of large animal surgery at Cornell Universitys College of Veterinary Medicine received this years "Pfizer Animal Health Award for Research Excellence," which recognizes outstanding re ... Read the full article

HEART Equine Ambulance Allotted $10,000 Grant From ASPCA
Wellington, FL - December 17, 2007 - Humane Equine Aid and Rapid Transport (HEART) is pleased to announce that the organization has received a $10,000 grant from the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). HEART is a non ... Read the full article

UK Charity Calls for Help in Curbing Killer Equine Disease
LONDON, July 4/PRNewswire/ -- A UK charity is appealing for help in their efforts to halt the spread of a potentially deadly disease which is sweeping through the population of working animals in Ethiopia. SPANA (Society for the Protec ... Read the full article

Sodium Hyaluronate Provides Protection for Equine Joints
Pfizer Animal Health’s Hylartin(R) V (sodium hyaluronate) Injection Offers Effective Relief for Equine Athletes New York, NY (February 15, 2007) -- Lameness caused by noninfectious joint inflammation, generally known as arthritis, is an occupat ... Read the full article

From Colic to Respiratory Disease: Illnesses Affecting Horses Today
Illness prevention is critical in maintaining equine health. Though an owner can never be certain that their horse will not fall victim to an equine illness, having the ability to identify potential symptoms and take action could make a big difference in the overall health of your horse. With several different kinds of illnesses affecting horses today, learning about the different types, signs and symptoms, and treatment techniques is more important than ever before. ... Read the full article

Manufacturer of Cosequin Equine Introduces Cosequin Optimized Formulas
Edgewood, MD-For over a decade horse owners have relied on Cosequin® Equine Powder to maintain their horses’ joint health. Now the makers of the #1 veterinarian-recommended joint health supplement† are proud to introduce Cosequin® Optimized and Cose ... Read the full article

Barbaro Injury Highlights Need for Laminitis Research Funding
Ten million dollars in equine research funding is needed to unlock the mysteries of the devastating equine disease known as laminitis, the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) Foundation, Inc., said today. The life-threatening injur ... Read the full article

The ONLY Equine Joint Formula with Extended Release Glucosamine
FARNAM INTRODUCES MaxFlex™ XR Specially Formulated to Provide 24-Hour Joint Care PHOENIX – April 24, 2007 – Maintaining healthy joints is a challenge that horse owners face when it comes to caring for their horses — especially for those equine ... Read the full article

USDA Government Vet to Discuss Equine Virus with Concerned Wellington Equestrians
Wellington, FL – December 14, 2006 – On Saturday, December 16, USDA Government Veterinarian, Dr. Julie Gauthier, will meet with equestrians, community members, and members of the media to discuss the Equine Rhinopneumonitis Virus. The disease, also k ... Read the full article

Adequan® to Go the Distance with AERC
AUBURN, Ca.—The American Endurance Conference (AERC) is proud to announce Luitpold Pharmaceuticals, Inc. as its new Platinum Sponsor and AERC National Mileage Sponsor. “Luitpold Pharmaceuticals, Inc., the makers of Adequan® (POLYSULFATED GLYCOSAMI ... Read the full article

EVA Outbreak in France
The International Equestrian Federation (FEI) has confirmed that, due to an outbreak of Equine Viral Arteritis (EVA) in the area, the Driving event scheduled in Les Haras du Pin in France on July 11, 2007 has been cancelled. EVA is a viral diseas ... Read the full article

Two Companies Join AAEP Educational Partners Program
The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) today announced the addition of IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. and Luitpold Pharmaceuticals, Inc. as Educational Partners. The Educational Partners program is a group of ten corporations dedicated ... Read the full article

CONTAGIOUS EQUINE METRITIS HORSE - INVESTIGATION CONCLUDED
London, 12 May/GNN/ -- DEPARTMENT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS News Release (200/05) issued by the Government News Network on 12 May 2005 A stallion, that was diagnosed as having Contagious Equine Metritis Organisim (CEMO), has now b ... Read the full article

AQHA Approves EQUIOXX® and Provides Thousands of Competitors an Alternative for Equine Osteoarthritis Pain Relief
DULUTH, GA. - Feb. 6, 2008 - The American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) Executive Committee approved the use of EQUIOXX® (firocoxib) effective Jan. 1, 2008 - allowing competitors across the country an alternative for relieving equine osteoarthrit ... Read the full article