Latest News – The Horse
Horses in the Land of Mickey
We made it through Thanksgiving, stuffed ourselves, and performed the ritual of find-my-mother-in-law’s keys/cell phone/glasses. Parent-teacher conferences have been survived and appreciated. Laundry is mostly
N.Y. Racing Regulators to Adopt Shock Wave Standards
Regulators could ban horses from racing or breezing for at least 10 days after shock wave therapy treatments.
Homes Sought for Horses Seized in W.Va. Drug Case
Authorities are seeking homes for three special needs horses connected to the case.
Suppressing Estrus in Mares
Most options can lessen the effects of estrus while still allowing mares a second career as a broodmare.
Canadian Association of Professional Farriers Launched
The organization will promote the integrity of the industry and strengthen members’ knowledge and skill set.
Blindness in Horses
Dr. Erin Denney-Jones presents causes of equine blindness, such as uveitis (moon blindness) or trauma, and how to manage horses that have lost sight in or both eyes.
Man Charged with Cruelty for Overworking Laminitic Horse
The man allegedly rode the horse for miles, which caused injuries that necessitated the animal’s euthanasia.
Resisting Retirement
Some horses relish their retirement: They spend their days lounging in a pasture, wandering around at their own pace, and might go out for the
British Charity Helps Botswana’s Donkeys to Glow in the Dark
Reflective ear tags should help reduce the number of road traffic accidents involving the animals at night.
Creating the AAEP Scientific Program
Ever wonder what goes into creating the scientific program at the AAEP convention? Sally Baker, AAEP marketing and public relations director, explains.
EHV-1 Outbreak Forces Hawthorne to Drop Seven Racing Days
The outbreak appears to be contained, but shipping restrictions have made it challenging to fill races.
Equine Herpesvirus-1 Myeloencephalopathy: On the Rise?
One veterinarian discussed disease characteristics and why it might be on the rise at a recent conference.
Planning the AAEP Convention
Sally Baker, AAEP director of marketing and public relations, talks about what goes into planning the AAEP convention.
ACVIM Foundation Receives Grant from to Establish New Research Fund
Pfizer granted funding for grants of $30,000 each for equine, small animal, and livestock research.
Body Heat and Thermal-Neutral Temperature
What is a thermal-neutral temperature?
Jack Likes His New Toy, and So Do the Dogs
In my last post I solicited ideas from you to replace my horse Jack’s favorite toy, a feed pan that ended up stuck around his
