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Flexural Limb Deformity

Posted by Amy Young on January 11, 2021
Flexural limb deformity occurs in young foals and can take two forms: contracted tendons and laxity.
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Distichiasis

Posted by Amy Young on December 10, 2020
Distichiasis is an eye condition in which eyelashes grow from an abnormal position along the eyelid.
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Rabies

Posted by Amy Young on October 13, 2020
All mammals are susceptible to rabies and it has the highest case fatality ratio of any infectious disease.
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UC Davis Researchers Identify Genetic Variant for Equine Familial Isolated Hypoparathyroidism in Thoroughbreds - Testing Now Available

Posted by Amy Young on October 12, 2020

Researchers at the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine have identified a genetic cause for the fatal condition equine familial isolated hypoparathyroidism (EFIH) in Thoroughbreds, marking the first genetic variant for hypoparathyroidism identified in any domestic animal species. Additionally, this is the first widely available genetic test for Thoroughbreds.

Equine Nebulizers

Posted by Amy Young on September 01, 2020
Nebulizers deliver a specific dose of medication in liquid form directly into the airways for rapid effects.
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Venezuelan Equine Encephalitis (VEE)

Posted by Amy Young on August 28, 2020
Venezuelan equine encephalitis (VEE) is a viral, vector-borne disease in horses and humans that causes inflammation of the brain.
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Western Equine Encephalitis (WEE)

Posted by Amy Young on August 28, 2020
Western equine encephalitis (WEE), is a viral, vector-borne disease that causes inflammation of the brain.
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Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE)

Posted by Amy Young on August 28, 2020
Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) is a viral disease that causes inflammation of the brain and spinal cord.
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