Latest News – The Horse
Conference Focuses On Racehorse Health, Aftercare
The day-long event focused on matters of equine health, primarily Thoroughbred retirement and aftercare.
Central Washington Wildfire Threatens Area Horses
More than 100 horses have been evacuated from areas affected by a wildfire raging in central Washington,
Campaign Launched to Educate Public on N.C. Wild Ponies
Officials have seen an increase in visitors and an increase in people trying to get close to the horses.
Equine Infectious Anemia Outbreak Hits Western Canada
More than 70 horses on 22 premises in Western Canada have tested positive for EIA thus far in 2012.
In-Depth: Understanding Radiographs (X rays)
Dr. Liberty Getman, a surgeon at Tennessee Equine Hospital, describes the differences between plain-film, computed, and digital radiographs (X ray) and shows how a veterinarian takes digital radiographs of a horse’s lower leg.
New Zealand Authorities Review Illegal Horse Castrations
In New Zealand, only veterinarians and veterinary students supervised by vets can perform horse castrations.
Plan Ahead to Reseed Pastures Best Results
The ideal time to reseed depends on the type of forage a producer selects.
N.J. Horse WNV-Positive; Officials Encourage Vaccination
An 11-year-old Quarter Horse mare from Salem County has tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV).
Kentucky’s Second Equine WNV Case of 2012 Confirmed
The affected horse–an 18-year-old Tennessee Walking Horse from Laurel County–had no WNV vaccination history.
‘Cup’ Feeder Slows Horses’ Consumption Rate, Reduces Waste
Researchers found that a specially designed feeder can slow horses’ rate of consumption and reduce feed waste.
Senior Superstars Shined Bright at London Olympics
Just as quick as they seemed to arrive, the equestrian events at the 2012 Olympic Games are in the history books. Before the Games, I
Leptospirosis Confirmed in Kentucky Weanling
Veterinarians from Hagyard Equine Medical Center have confirmed leptospirosis in a Thoroughbred weanling.
Lecture on New Equine Fracture Repair Techniques on Sept. 4
On Tuesday, Sept. 4, New Bolton Center will present a lecture on new techniques in equine fracture repair.
Jockey Club’s Revised Drug Rules Have Salix Provision
The Jockey Club has added a provision governing regulatory administration of furosemide on race day.
USAET Supports AAEP Foundation Laminitis Research Project
The USA Equestrian Trust recently granted $10,000 to the AAEP Foundation to support the study.
Researchers Test Equine Muscle Fatigue Sensor
Researchers tested electromyography for identifying equine muscle fatigue during exercise.
