Latest News – The Horse
Investigative Timeline
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How To Poultice Your Horse’s Hoof
Sharon Spier, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, University of California, Davis, shows you how to apply a poultice to your horse’s hoof to combat hoof abscesses.
June Designated as Colic Awareness Month
Crusade Against Equine Colic was founded to prompt discussions about the potentially deadly disease.
Exertional Muscle Disorders Topic of 2012 Milne Lecture
Stephanie Valberg, DVM, PhD, is the first female to deliver the Milne State-of-the-Art Lecture.
Two More Queensland Horses, Dog Test Positive for Hendra
The newly equine confirmed cases reside on the same property on which a horse died of hendra last week.
Florida Mare Found Butchered
A Florida mare belonging to a cancer-stricken owner was found dead last month apparently butchered for meat.
Disaster Preparation Reflections
Disaster preparedness is important for all animals, but especially for equids because of their large size, behavior patterns and types, and the requirements for transporting them.
Hindgut Microflora’s Potential Role in Equine Obesity
Researchers now believe the microflora residing in the hindgut could contribute to equine obesity.
Blood-Horse Publications Earns 13 AHP Awards
Blood-Horse Publications, parent company of The Horse, received 13 American Horse Publications (AHP) awards.
Captive Bolt Gun Used in Indiana Horse Death
A captive bolt gun was used to kill a Standardbred mare discovered dead in her paddock last month.
‘Happy Mouth’ Bits Recalled
English Riding Supply is voluntarily recalling about 3,400 Happy Mouth bits
Reward Offered in Colorado Horse Abandonment Case
Animal welfare authorities in Colorado hope the offer of a cash reward will lead them to whomever abandoned
Protect Horses Against Flies and Related Health Problems
Use topical fly repellent, fly sheets, and other tactics to protect horses from flies and related diseases.
Horse Owners Urged to Prepare for Active Wildfire Season
National authorities have cautioned horse owners to prepare for wildfires before they occur.
Old Friends Holds Reception for Rapid Redux
Old Friends hosted a welcome reception and press conference for new retiree Rapid Redux June 1.
World Horse Welfare Cautions Against Horses Overgrazing
Lots of rain means lots of grass. Keep your horse healthy and from overgrazing with these tips.
