Entries have been filed for a record 82 horses, exceeding the previous record of 73 that were entered in 2012 in anticipation of the London Olympic Games.
Dr. Erin Denney-Jones talks about the health precautions associated with bringing a new horse into your herd.
Should a foal be dewormed during its first 6 months of life? Dr. Wendy Vaala responds. This podcast is from the Equine Life Stages: Foals Q&A audio event.
This provision–originally passed by Congress and enacted into law in 2008–accelerates, simplifies, and makes uniform the depreciation period for racehorses.
Old Friends and New Vocations have entered into an agreement to jointly benefit Thoroughbreds in their post-racing and post-breeding careers.
The most common way adult horses contract the disease is by eating feed, such as hay or grain, that contains animal remains.
The outgoing chairman of the Association of Racing Commissioners International (RCI) said it is “vitally important” racing jurisdictions adopt the National Uniform Medication Program as soon as possible.
Tiny foals can have big health problems. Knowing what health problems to watch for, understanding how to manage them, and knowing when to call a veterinarian can mean the difference between life and death for your new arrival.
What impact can a mare going through her “foal heat” have on her foal? Dr. Wendy Vaala responds. This podcast is from the Equine Life Stages: Foals Q&A audio event.
There are no easy answers when it comes to colic surgery, just as there are no easy decisions.
A horse exhibiting neurologic signs at a Wright County farm has tested positive for equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1), and several other horses residing at that farm were found to be shedding the virus.
The legislation, which expands on similar legislation introduced into the U.S. House of Representatives earlier this year, would aim to stop soring while preserving what the bill calls the “traditional” Tennessee Walking Horse industry.
The BLM is preparing an environmental assessment to analyze a proposed wild horse ecosanctuary on approximately 13,000 acres of private land near Drummond, Mont.
Do foals, especially those born early in the season or in cold climates, need to wear blankets? Dr. Wendy Vaala responds. This podcast is from the Equine Life Stages: Foals Q&A audio event.
We asked our fans to submit photos of their hairiest horses in a recent photo contest. Here are a few of our favorite entries, in no particular order, including a few from our international fans.
“Lily has developed a really nice neck and topline,” my trainer remarked after a jumping session last week. Sure enough, after untacking and taking a
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