Latest News – The Horse
Grants Fund Research on Equine-Assisted Therapy and Veterans
The grants will fund research on the effects of equine-assisted activities for veterans with PTSD and/or TBI.
Equine Guelph Offers Additional Equine Biosecurity eWorkshop
Equine Guelph has announced the second offering of the Biosecurity Prevention eWorkshop from Oct. 22 – Nov. 4.
Leishmaniasis: A Rare, Potentially Emerging Equine Disease
The recently identified leishmaniasis case in a Morgan mare is America’s first published indigenous case.
USEF to Offer Frangible Technology Grants
Frangible devices are designed to make the cross-country phase of eventing safer for horse and rider.
FDA-Approved Equine Medications Provide Peace of Mind
These drugs provide horse owners with the peace of mind that they’ve been tested for safety and efficacy.
Horse Fencing: Is There a Best Choice?
Many fencing options are available, but there are no hard-and-fast rules as to which is the best choice.
Mustang Makeover Documentary One Great Ride
Wild Horse, Wild Ride Theatrical Trailer from Alex Klenert on Vimeo. You know you’re watching a good horse movie (or any movie for that matter)
UC Davis, Texas A&M Team Up for Large Animal Rescue Course
When the animals that are in need of rescue weigh more than 1,000 pounds and are frightened, rescue operations quickly become complicated and dangerous for both the animal and the rescuer.
Racehorse Paynter Recovers from Laminitis, Fighting Colitis
Paynter has “beaten laminitis” and will be able to race again if he beats colitis, his owner said Sept. 21.
EEE Found in New Hampshire Horse
A horse in the Hillsborough County town of Derry was confirmed positive for Eastern equine encephalitis.
FEI President Named First OIE Goodwill Ambassador
President HRH Princess Haya has been appointed to serve as the OIE’s first Goodwill Ambassador.
Study: Fruiting Trees a Major Equine Hendra Virus Risk
Hendra virus risk can be significantly reduced by keeping horses away from fruiting or flowering trees.
Factors Complicating Return to Work after Colic Surgery
Common complications included surgical incision herniation, pre-existing lameness, and laminitis.
Equine Guelph Releases Report on 3-D Ultrasound Research
Chalmers’ goal is to provide owners with a reliable and inexpensive way to screen horses for roaring.
Burned Pennsylvania Horse Receiving Treatment at OSU
The horse arrived at The Ohio State University on Sept. 5 after being burned in his pasture on Aug. 26.
Commentary: Following Up on the Salix-Free Racing Pledge
Trainers managing Salix-free horses noted that none of them have shown signs of bleeding after races so far.
