Latest News – The Horse
Eight States Commit to Uniform Racehorse Drug Rules
Regulators in eight states have committed to a uniform racehorse medication and drug testing program.
Florida EHV-1: Several Quarantines to be Released Tomorrow
Equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) tests on more than 200 horses connected to the HITS circuit came back negative.
Talking Manure and the March Issue
It’s official. You’re preoccupied with your horse’s poop. We expected our March cover story would be a popular one, but it’s always fun when people like/comment/read/share/make
Unusual Spots
Our mare has suddenly developed white spots all over her body with no apparent cause. What would cause this?
Rachel Alexandra Still on Road to Recovery
Rachel Alexandra continues healing well following a March 7 procedure to drain an abscess.
California Authorities Seek Six Horses for EIA Testing
Six horses are sought for follow-up testing in connection with a study on EIA in racing Quarter Horses.
Treating Fungal Infections in Mares (AAEP 2012)
Prompt diagnosis and treatment of fungal uterine infections are necessary for a positive outcome.
Florida EHV-1: Officials Await Test Results
Officials await results on samples from horses connected to the HITS facility quarantined due to EHV-1.
Utah EHV-1: Case Count Rises to Nine
The Utah state veterinarian’s office has now confirmed nine equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) cases.
LSU Veterinary School Opens Large Animal Isolation Unit
The eight-stall facility is located at LSU’s Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
Dance Party Pony
If you want a commercial to go viral, you have to have some cuteness to it. Plus, it helps to have the power of social
A Rider’s Effects on Longed Horse Behavior
Riders appear to affect horses’ mental stress more than their physical stress during exercise.
Allegedly Maltreated Horses Seized in Colorado
A herd of 20 allegedly maltreated horses were seized by Colorado law enforcement authorities last week.
Ultrasound for Arytenoid Chondritis Diagnosis?
Ultrasonography could be a valuable adjunct tool for diagnosing equine arytenoid chondritis.
Equine Guelph to Host Horse Behavior, Safety eWorkshop
The two-week online course will teach people more about best practices for handling horses safely.
LSU SVM Receives Grant for Integrative Medicine Program
Louisiana State University received the $60,000 grant to support their integrative medicine programs.
