In an effort to provide a basic guideline for minimum horse care requirements, the Kentucky Horse Council (KHC) recently developed an eight page educational guide called Minimum Standards for Equine Care in Kentucky. The guide is a free resource offered for educational purposes to horse owners, potential horse owners, law enforcement officials, and all horse interested individuals.

New data shows tapeworm prevalence on West Coast farms as 17.3% in California, 36.5% in Oregon and 25.3% in Washington. A 2003 study in equine parasitology by Craig Reinemeyer, DVM, PhD, of East Tennessee Clinical Research, uncovered the high prevalence of equine tapeworms throughout the United States. That original study indicated a lower risk of tapeworm exposure on the Pacific Coast

Originally known for its no-slip english and western saddle pads, ThinLine Inc. announces an expanded tack line, including halters, dressage bridles, jumping and dressage girths, and western cinches.

ThinLine’s new line of tack resembles leather, but offers more benefits for the horse’s health and comfort. The expanded line was designed with the ThinLine no-slip technology, keeping

Team USA’s Aaron Ralston made history when he entered the ring as the first athlete ever to compete in the Kentucky Horse Park’s new indoor arena in Kentucky Cup Reining, the first test event for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG).

“I really didn’t realize it was happening until afterwards, and then it opened my eyes and it really started to sink in,” Ralston said. “To be

Most horse owners have happy memories of trotting down a tree-shaded lane, riding along a stream of clear water, or cantering across an open field. Nature and horses just go together.

“Taking steps to protect the environment can improve your horse’s health as well,” said University of Guelph researcher Bronwynne Wilton, PhD. “More and more horse people are interested in ‘going green,’

A University of Guelph researcher has been awarded a prestigious post-doctoral fellowship worth more than $1 million over three years to advance research on the use of stem cells to treat cartilage injuries in horses.

The fellowship will allow Thomas Koch, DVM, PhD, to continue the work he began as a graduate student in the Department of Biomedical Sciences using stem cells obtained from

Tea Tree Medicated Shampoo by Espree Animal Products Inc., is an effective anti-fungal, anti-bacterial shampoo containing the natural ingredients of Tea Tree Oil and Aloe. 

Tea Tree Medicated Shampoo aids in the relief of multiple skin ailments including bacteria, fungus, dry skin, bug bites, and rain rot.  It may also be used as an all-purpose shampoo to maintain a healthy

Two horses in East Texas, one in Jasper County and the other in Newton County, have died from Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE). Humans also are susceptible to EEE, which causes inflammation of the brain. The disease is spread by mosquitoes, and measures should be taken to prevent human and animal exposure to the biting pests.

“As part of their routine health care, horses in all parts of

Nominate your veterinarian for the third annual Thank Your Vet for a Healthy Pet contest, conducted by the Morris Animal Foundation.

The national short-essay contest honors America’s veterinarians for their dedication to helping animals and strengthening the bonds we have with our animals. The nationwide essay contest runs from July 1, 2009, to Aug. 31, 2009.

For rules or to nominat

A number of imported horses at Australia’s Eastern Creek Quarantine Station are showing signs of equine herpesvirus type-4 (EHV-4), reported Australia’s Chief Veterinary Officer, Andy Carroll, BVSc (hons), MSc, Phd, Cert QA Aud.

EHV-4, a respiratory form of herpesvirus, is endemic in Australia. It is not a notifiable disease and is not a quarantine concern, but is has been circulating

A Przewalski’s horse foal was one of three rare animals born the evening of July 9 at the Smithsonian National Zoological Park Conservation and Research Center (CRC) in Front Royal, Va. On the same night, the Park also welcomed a clouded leopard cub and a red panda cub.

When an emergency or natural disaster occurs, horse owners must be prepared to take the necessary precautions. In some circumstances this requires evacuating the area.

Texas A&M University developed three video segments on sheltering and evacuating horses during a natural disaster or emergency situation.

Video Segments

The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) recently announced three new specialty academies for their members.

In addition to their existing specialties in dentistry, anesthesia, internal medicine, emergency and critical care, and behavior, the group now recognizes the following specialties:

• Academy of Equine Veterinary Nursing Technicians,

The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) is offering a reward of up to $2,500 for information leading to the identification, arrest, and conviction of the person or persons responsible for abandoning a 2-year-old mare in Meadow Canyon, Nev. The horse’s brand was cut from its body, leaving a large wound.

Nevada Agriculture Department Enforcement Officer Lt. Blaine Northrup reported

A new product designed to aid riders in achieving the perfect balance and alignment with their horse is now available. The Level Rider, a training tool developed by a team of non-pro NRHA, NRCHA, Youth and Amateur All-Around Competitors, maximizes riding time by helping the rider stay centered over the horse’s back. 

The Level Rider is comprised of a bubble lever attached to a