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FDA okays first veterinary drug to treat Cushing's disease in horses

November 17, 2011

Rockville, Md. -- The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) just approved the veterinary drug Prascend (pergolide mesylate for the control of clinical signs associated with Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID or Equine Cushing's disease) in horses.

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U.S. Equestrian Federation modifies veterinary rules on NSAID use in competition horses

November 14, 2011

Lexington, Ky. -- The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) amended its therapeutic drug rule to restrict use to a single non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

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DVM exclusive: A conflict of interest

November 11, 2011

Dr. Pamela Corey speaks out for the first time about her suspension from ASPCA over her comments about a carriage horse's death.

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ASPCA vet suspended over carriage horse comments

November 10, 2011

The Teamsters are among those calling for the reinstatement of Dr. Pamela Corey.

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AAEP releases new clinical guidelines for non-racing competition horses

November 1, 2011

The guidelines were develop to promote medical practices that place emphasis on the health, safety and welfare of performance horses.

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Catastrophic breakdown in Pa. calls for tracks to better prepare for emergency veterinary care

November 1, 2011

A fatal injury of a racehorse during training has some questioning the racetrack's responsibility in maintaining a veterinarian on call even during non-racing events.

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Get to know the Incredible Dr. Pol

November 1, 2011

See exclusive video clips and view photos with fun facts about veterinarian Jan Pol starring in a National Geographic Wild reality show.

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New USDA rule closes loophole on transporting horses in double-deck trailers; veterinary groups support action

October 18, 2011

National Report — A new rule further curtailing the use of double-deck trailers to transport horses bound for slaughter is being applauded by veterinary groups.

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UK study: 94 percent of geriatric horse deaths are euthanasias

October 14, 2011

Researchers drill past the "old age" reason for euthanasia to uncover the truth about geriatric horses.

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