Latest News – The Horse
NYRA Establishes Equine Safety Review Board
The board will review and assess fatal equine racing and training injuries at NYRA’s three racetracks.
Timing of Gelding
Is there any loss of body size or development from early gelding?
European Horsemeat Scandal Expands
France, Sweden, and The Netherlands have confirmed products sold within their borders could contain horsemeat.
Exertional Rhabdomyolysis: Not Just Tying-Up Anymore
Researchers have worked tirelessly to better understand the disorder, its causes, and how to best manage it.
American Horse Publications Announces 2013 Student Travel Award Winners
Three students pursuing careers in equine publishing have earned trips to AHP’s annual seminar.
Cornell Student Wins National Institute of Health Research Award
Lauren Schnabel, DVM, Dipl. ACVS, has earned a grant to study stem cell treatments for horses.
Study: Condition the Genes and the Horse for Competition
Researchers suggest horse genes need to prepare for high performance-associated stress.
Pennsylvania Standardbred Racehorse Deaths Probed
Authorities are investigating two unrelated incidents occurring 15 minutes apart at The Meadows Racetrack.
Musical Horses
Sunday night we celebrated music’s brightest stars with the Grammys. However, one act was greatly missed–the equine rockers. From Stockholm, Sweden, we have the recorder
Using Intra-Articular Corticosteroids (AAEP 2012)
With appropriate care and use, vets can mitigate some risks associated with intra-articular corticosteroids.
HRTV Filmmaking Contest Returns at Santa Anita
Nearly $30,000 in prize money offered for Santa Anita-based film projects.
Rep. John Campbell (R-Calif.) to Co-Chair CAPC
Rep. John Campbell (R-Calif.) named co-chair of the Congressional Animal Protection Caucus.
New Ponazuril Loading Dose Examined for EPM Treatment (AAEP 2012)
Achieving therapeutic drug levels sooner using a loading dose could minimize S. neurona-caused damage.
TOBA Announces Seminar, Clinic Schedule
The Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association has scheduled its 2013 seminars and clinics.
Equine Guelph Offers Online Colic Course
Equine Guelph is combating colic with a new online eWorkshop March 11-24.
Decoding Small Intestine Problems with Ultrasound
Ultrasound can be a valuable aid to practitioners when assessing the cause and severity of colic.
