Latest News – The Horse
University of Florida VETS Team Gets Support from USRider
The UF disaster response team funded a rope and webbing testing project with the donation.
Increased Equine West Nile Virus Activity in 2012
More than 70 equine West Nile virus cases have already been diagnosed in the United States in 2012.
Illegal Horse Castrations in New Zealand
This week TheHorse.com posted an article about illegal horse castrations going on in New Zealand. Not surprisingly, snickers rose from the company’s Production Department as
Kentucky Reports Third WNV-Positive Horse of 2012
An unvaccinated 16-month-old Tennessee Walking Horse colt from Warren County tested positive today.
AAEP Helps Continue Operation Gelding Program
The AAEP Foundation will donate $15,000 to the Operation Gelding program.
Flying Fox Scientists Profile Equine Hendra Virus Cases
Scientists are reviewing hendra virus cases to understand why some horses become infected and others don’t.
BLM Begins Analyzing Proposed Nevada Wild Horse Ecosanctuary
The BLM will analyze the potential impacts of the proposed northeast Nevada wild horse ecosanctuary.
Illinois Confirms First Equine WNV Case of 2012
A horse in Jackson County has tested positive for WNV, the first in the state to do so since 2010.
Cardiorespiratory Causes of Poor Equine Performance
In order for a horse to reach his athletic potential, his cardiorespiratory system must function properly.
Are Bugs Bugging You (and Your Horse?)
An integrated pest management program can help insects, such as flies and mosquitoes, from bugging you and your horses. Here are a few inexpensive tips.
Five Cases of Equine WNV Reported in Colorado in 2012
The WNV positive horses are from Fremont, Weld, Montrose (2), and Larimer counties.
Kentucky Attempting to Reduce Racehorse Fatalities
The changes came about after eight racing fatalities occurred during the month of May at Churchill Downs.
All Test Samples from Olympic Equestrian Events Negative
All human and equine samples taken during the Olympic equestrian events at Greenwich Park were negative.
Ky. Derby, Preakness Runner-Up to have Diagnostic Procedures
The colt will be evaluated by specialists at Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital in Lexington, Ky.
Behind the Scenes at the London Olympics and Paralympics Veterinary Clinic
Just days before the closing ceremony of the 2012 London Olympic Games, accredited media were finally invited to take a tour of the veterinary facilities.
Miniature Horses Designated as Service Animals in Illinois
Governor Pat Quinn signed a bill into law Tuesday designating Miniature Horses as recognized service animals.
