CAHSS Equine Network
Alongside various other sectors within the agriculture industry, Canadian Animal Health Surveillance System (CAHSS) has an Equine...
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- Aug 1
Eastern Equine Encephalitis Update
Information about a new EEE case confirmed in ON can be found here: https://cahss.ca/cahss-tools/disease-alerts/eastern-equine-encephalit...
- Jul 5
New EIA case on a premises in British Columbia
Information about a new EIA case on a premises in British Columbia has been uploaded onto the equine CAHSS Equine dashboard. Please share...
- Jun 15
Vesicular Stomatitis in the United States
Please note that due to the current outbreak of Vesicular Stomatitis (VS) in certain states* in the United States, the importation of...
- Jun 8
Air Quality and Horse Health
Air quality issues such as wildfire smoke and pollution can affect your horse’s respiratory health As irritating as smoke can be to...
- May 8
Wildfire Preparation
Fires can have a devastating impact on a farm. Whether it’s a small area fire or uncontrolled wildfire, flames can spread across vast...
- May 5
Tick Control in Horses
Ticks are becoming an increasingly significant parasite of horses Written by: Thomas Lenz, DVM., M.S., DACT Ticks are becoming an...
- May 4
Accredited Veterinarian Manual Updates
Veterinary professionals note the following updates to the Accredited Veterinarian Manual announced by CFIA April 26, 2023 Update to the...
- Mar 19
Complex Rules Protect Canada’s Horses
Horse welfare is complex, partly due to the myriad uses, values, and husbandry arrangements for horses By Tania Millen Horse Journals...
- Jan 3
Pain Management Options for Horses With Laminitis
Dr. Lori Bidwell lists pain relief medications and therapies that can help horses with acute or chronic laminitis The Horse | Posted by...
- Dec 30, 2022
3 Common Equine Skin Cancers
Nothing to horse around with Be on the lookout for the three most common skin cancers afflicting horses and contact your veterinarian...
- Nov 8, 2022
Horses on Airplanes: 9 Ways to Upgrade Their Safety and Comfort
If you’re involved with horses on airplanes, you know that it requires careful planning and exceptional care. Whatever the reason for...
- Nov 6, 2022
Caring for the Senior Horse
Good management is essential to the health and comfort of the senior horse Horse Journals www.horsejournals.com The Senior Horse By...
- Nov 4, 2022
Researchers lay out formula for fear-free horse handling and veterinary care
Improving the horse’s experience during husbandry or veterinary procedures can be achieved through human education, thoughtful planning,...
- Aug 4, 2022
CAHSS Equine Network / Réseau équin du SCSSA
Infographics available through the Canadian Animal Health Surveillance System Follow this link to the CAHSS equine network page where you...
- May 11, 2022
Règlement sur le transport sans cruauté pour le secteur équin
Questions et réponses courantes sur le règlement sur le transport sans cruauté pour le secteur équin L’objectif de ce document de...
- May 11, 2022
Humane Transport Regulations for the Equine Sector
Common Questions and Answers on the Humane Transport Regulations for the Equine Sector The intent of this Q & A document is to provide...
- Jan 15, 2022
Equine Codes of Practice - Share the Knowledge
Please accept best wishes for a healthy and pleasant 2022 (and beyond) from myself, Directors and Consultants at the Horse Welfare...
- Nov 29, 2021
APHIS Proposes Amendments to Import Regulations for Horses
The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is seeking public comments on...
- Nov 26, 2021
Transport Is an Equine Welfare Issue
An Italian researcher outlines the stresses high-performance horses face during transport and what horse owners and managers can do to...
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