Equine Disease Quarterly
Eastern Equine Encephalitis
Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) is an annual disease threat to horses in the Gulf and Atlantic Coast states and the Great Lakes region.
Manifestations of Equine Herpesvirus Type 1
Equine herpesvirus type 1 (EHV-1) is one of five herpesviruses commonly found in horses. EHV-1 infections manifest in three syndromes: respiratory, reproductive and neurologic.
The Importance of Nutrition in Enhancing Immunity in the Aging Horse
Over the past century, improvements in health care and advancements in biology, chemistry and medicine have extended the average lifespan of humans and companion animals, including horses. However, we...
'Heart Attacks' and Heart Disease in Horses
The cardiovascular system, which is composed of the heart and blood vessels, is essential for the distribution of oxygen, nutrients, and other critical components to all organs throughout the...
Being Prepared for Weather Disasters
Loss of electricity, impassable roads, and breaks in communications can happen in any climate, at any time, due to floods, straightline winds, tornadoes, hurricanes, and other natural disasters.
“Heart Attacks” and Heart Disease in Horses
The term “heart attack” has incorrectly evolved into common usage to refer to sudden death associated with heart disease. Since horses do not routinely suffer from coronary artery disease, “heart attacks” in this sense rarely occur.
