Project Brings Vet Training to Rural China
Working donkeys, horses, and mules in Xinjiang, China, are on the receiving end of care and guidance provided through a project by Urumqi University, the World Society for the Protection of Animals, and the Society for the Protection of Animals Abroad (SPANA).
TheHorse.com Marks 1,000th Fan Milestone on Facebook
TheHorse.com has passed the 1,000th fan milestone on the popular social media network Facebook. TheHorse.com launched a Facebook page at Facebook.com/TheHorse in March 2009. Facebook is a self-described social utility that connects people with friends, family, associates, and others who work, study, and live around them. Users can
Donated Water Troughs Aid Moroccan Cart Horses
Cart horses, mules, and donkeys working in the Moroccan city of Marrakech are now able to stay hydrated throughout their hot days on the job, thanks to the donation of nine water troughs by the Society for the Protection of Animals Abroad (SPANA).
The troughs are located near the main stands where around 1,000 horses and mules that pull tourist carriages line up. However, all o
Neurologic EHV-1 Reported in Pennsylvania
Four horses stabled in Allegheny County, Pa., have been euthanized after developing neurologic signs consistent with equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1), according to a statement circulated by the Animal Health Emergency Management and Information Network on behalf of the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture Bureau of Animal Health and Diagnostic Services. Three of the euthanized horses
International Parasite Survey: Still Time to Weigh In
Horse owners around the world are being asked to participate in an online questionnaire to help researchers better assess the issues of parasite control and anthelmintic (dewormer) resistance. The study is part of a collaborative effort between
TheHorse.com en Español: Furosemida Previene HPIE en Estudio Nuevo
This is one of a series of articles translated as part of our partnership with A Caballo, an equine publication based in Mexico, and Jorge Murga, DVM. Keep an eye on TheHorse.com for more Spanish-language resources coming soon.
Horse, Livestock Feed Seized from Kentucky Mill
U.S. marshals have seized horse and livestock feed stored under “filthy” conditions at the Bi-County Farm Bureau Cooperative Association Inc. in Florence, Ky., according to a statement released by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Bi-County manufactures feed and stores commercial feeds.
“The FDA will not tolerate a company’s failure to adequately control and prevent filth in its
Parasite Resistance Live Q&A on TheHorse.com
Have questions about parasite resistance and how to manage it on your farm?
On Tuesday, July 14, at 8 p.m. EDT, TheHorse.com will host a live question and answer session with Martin Nielsen, DVM, PhD, from the Faculty of Life Sciences, University of Copenhagen, and Craig Reinemeyer, DVM, PhD of East Tennessee Clinical Research. This
Standardbreds Find New Homes through TheHorse.com Free Horse Listing
Four Standardbreds listed on the TheHorse.com’s Adoption Service listing for horses free to good homes have already found new homes. The Standardbred list, modeled after an identical program for Thoroughbreds, was launched June 4. It is
Parasite Resistance in Horses: Share Your Thoughts
Horse owners still have an opportunity to let their opinions on parasite control and resistance be known. Researchers have organized an international survey to better assess the issues of parasite control and dewormer resistance.
The Horse Awarded Equine Publishing Honors
In categories including horse news, equine-related newsletter, and horse video, The Horse: Your Guide To Equine Health Care and TheHorse.com were honored at the awards program for the annual seminar of American Horse Publications.
Awards winners included work by both staff members and freelance contributors.
The Horse: Your Guide To Equine Health Care, the print
Awarded Equine Publishing Honors
In categories including horse news, equine-related newsletter, and horse video, The Horse: Your Guide To Equine Health Care and TheHorse.com were honored at the awards program for the annual seminar of American Horse Publications.
Respiratory Health Webinar June 18
TheHorse.com’s Webinar on Managing Noninfectious Respiratory Problems was broadcast June 18 at 8 p.m. ET.
The Horse Partners with World Equine Veterinary Association
An exciting education and outreach partnership has been formed between The Horse and the World Equine Veterinary Association (WEVA). The two groups will work together to educate veterinarians and other industry professionals about the
WNV Reality Check! Webinar on TheHorse.com
Do you think West Nile virus (WNV) has run its course in the U.S.? Then you need to watch “WNV Reality Check!”
Ask The Vet Live! Colic
In this first-of-its-kind, live question and answer session, horse owners were able to ask three veterinary specialists from The Ohio State University about colic, which is second only to old age as the leading cause of horse deaths each year.
