Latest News – The Horse
Equine Cushing’s Disease (PPID)
Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID, or equine Cushing’s disease) is one of the most common endocrine disorders in horses and can cause secondary issues, including laminitis. But, proper supportive care can offer comfort to many PPID horses.
Making the Book: 2013 Guinness World Records
Guinness has announced the newest world record holders, and here is just a sampling of the equine-related world records: Oklahoma Sam – World’s Tallest Donkey
W.Va. Horse Racing Officials Begin Examining Salix
A meeting served as a information-gathering session in light of ongoing discussion about furosemide use.
Judge Refuses to Dismiss Suit Against TRF
The lawsuit alleges a host of complaints, including that horses were mistreated under the group’s care.
New Equine EEE, WNV Cases Confirmed Across Country
Summer might be winding down, but equine mosquito-borne disease case numbers continue to rise.
Chicago Police Horses Injured in Break-In
The two injured horses have been treated and are recovering from the Sept. 16 incident.
This Bud’s for You
It’s a widely known fact that I can fit horses into any trip, vacation, or adventure I go on. And last weekend was no exception.
New AQHA Equipment Rules to Ensure Horse Welfare
The AQHA Animal Welfare Commission recommended the rules to ensure horse welfare at competitions.
Study: Trainers Consistently Evaluate Ridden Horse Behavior
Trainers were more consistent in scoring ridden horse behaviors than were equitation scientists in one study.
Proposed Legislation would Stiffen Horse Soring Penalties
The legislation would stiffen penalties for soring horses by amending the Horse Protection Act (HPA) of 1970.
AAEP Convention Heads to Southern California in 2012
The AAEP will return to the West Coast in 2012 for its 58th Annual Convention, Dec. 1-5 in Anaheim, Calif.
More Crundwell Horses to be Sold
More than 300 horses seized by federal law enforcement authorities will be sold at auction Sept. 23 and 24.
Valberg to be Inducted into Equine Research Hall of Fame
Valberg will be the first woman inducted into the Equine Research Hall of Fame.
Forum for Working Equids Launched at BEVA Congress
The forum will help share information between those involved with the health and welfare of working equids.
Laminitis Research Project Inclusion Criteria Expanded
The coordinators of the ongoing laminitis research project have expanded the inclusion criteria.
2012 BEVA President Takes the Reins
Keith Chandler, BVMS, CertEP, MRCVS, will take over the president role at the end of the 2012 Congress.
