
January 9, 2026 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Zygolide (pergolide tablets) for the control of clinical signs associated with Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID) in horses. PPID is also known as Equine Cushing’s Disease, an endocrine condition affecting the pituitary gland of horses. Zygolide contains the same active ingredient (pergolide) as the […]
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The American Association of Equine Practitioners offers some sage advice for settling in a new horse: Bringing a new equine companion home can be a very exciting experience; however, it doesn’t come without its challenges and stresses as you try to help your new friend “fit in.” Horses go through a good deal of stress […]
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Brought to you by the Horse Owner Education Committee of the American Association of Equine Practitioners. This is a recording of a webinar presented on Feb. 12, 2025. Join AAEP member veterinarians Drs. Chelsea Folmar and Taylor Huffman for a webinar discussion that will help you prepare for the foaling season. Learn how to create […]
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Foaling season 2026 is here, and the importance of disinfecting a newborn foal’s stall is a priority! Watch as trainer Brian Henry of Limelite Show Horses and 831 Ranch in Loma, Colorado, for their preferred methods of preparing and disinfecting the foaling stall. Thank you to the team for the wonderful instructional video! Check out […]
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From AAEP: FOALING SEASON IS UPON US! Do you have any mares due soon? Here’s what to expect when you’re expecting (a foal): 🐴 If your mare has made it through 11 months of pregnancy, you’re almost there. Labor and delivery, while momentous, are generally uncomplicated. However, being a prepared and informed owner will help […]
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Preventing Obesity — from Equine Guelph. Equine Guelph has made a New Year’s Resolution to empower horse owners to learn more about their horse’s nutrition and needs. January, dubbed by Equine Guelph as Nutrition Education Month, will be dedicated to learning more about the overweight horse – increasing awareness of what caregivers can do […]
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Posted by Mark Andrews, Equine Science Update: Horses play an essential role in human society as working animals, companions, and elite athletes in sport. Because they cannot verbally report discomfort, their welfare depends heavily on how accurately humans can recognise signs of pain and distress. While most people can easily recognise pain in other humans, […]
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The following statement may be attributed to Commissioner Miller: “I applaud the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for conditionally approving Credelio Quattro-CA1 to treat screwworm infestations in dogs. This decision strengthens our defense against a parasite that threatens our companion animals as well as livestock, wildlife, and the broader food supply. I also […]
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