Latest News – The Horse
MHIB to Present Two Touch of Class Awards Oct. 6
The award honors Maryland horses, individuals, teams, organizations, or events deserving of recognition.
Seminole Co., Fla., Horse Shooter Sought
The horse was shot and killed while it grazed in its Seminole County pasture last month.

Vet Science Grad Program Unites Passion for Science, Horses
Graduate students are uniquely positioned for immersion in research that will advance horse health knowledge.

BLM Wild Horse Advisory Board to Meet Oct. 29-30, 2012
The board will discuss issues relating to the management, protection, and control of wild horses and burros.
Hands-on Events, Veterinary Talks at UC Davis Horse Day 2012
Discussion topics will include nutrition, emergency care, dentistry, shoeing, genetics, and body conditioning.

EIPH and Furosemide Use in Racehorses Explained
One researcher discusses EIPH, furosemide use in racehorses, and related scientific research.

New Equine EEE, WNV Cases Reported in Mass., Ill.
Officials in Massachusetts and Illinois have reported additional equine cases of EEE and WNV.

Bone Fragility Syndrome
Dr. Mandy Ahrens talks about bone fragility syndrome, a mysterious disease of horses located in a certain area of California.
Senior Pranks
A woman named Pam Brown once said, “Be wary of the horse with a sense of humor.” I’ve been fortunate to have several equine comedians

Equine West Nile Virus: An International Perspective
It’s prevalent in the United States, but how does West Nile virus affect horses in other countries?

Effect of Restricted Grazing on Hindgut pH and Fluid Balance
Restricted pasture access does not have negative effects on hindgut fermentation or fluid balance.
Keeneland Hosts 2012 Racehorse Safety, Welfare Summit
The fourth edition of the Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit will be held Oct. 16-17.

Florida Horse Rescue Investigated
Authorities are seeking those who have placed or adopted from the rescue as part of an ongoing investigation.
EIA Identified in British Horse
A horse residing in Cornwall, England, has tested positive for equine infectious anemia (EIA).

Racehorse Paynter Undergoes Surgery
Veterinarians removed a 15-inch external growth from the colt’s intestines this morning.

Fall is the Time to Spread Compost
Early autumn is one of the best times of the year for spreading compost. Here are a few things to keep in mind.



