Latest News – The Horse
Equitarian Outreach Table Topic (AAEP 2011)
The Equitarian Initiative educates veterinarians interested in helpding working equids worldwide.
Outbreak Alert Helps in Fighting Equine Disease
Since June 2011, the program has provided notification of more than 500 equine disease reports to subscribers.
Pigeon Fever Cases in Reported in Louisiana Horses
More than 30 cases of pigeon fever in horses have been recently identified in Louisiana.
BLM Releases Triple B Gather Review Results
There was no consensus among welfare authorities that animals were treated inhumanely during the gather.
New Gene Chip Could Help Detect, Treat WNV in Horses
Researchers developed a “brain and immunity chip” to characterize molecular changes in the equine brain.
Track Veterinarians See Progress in Equine Health, Safety
The racing industry is making significant progress in identifying causes for equine injuries, two vets agree.
Effect of Bit Type on Performance Horses Evaluated
Regardless of the bit used, each horse’s performance remained constant in the two dressage tests.
Texas Authorities Probe Deadly Barn Fire
Fire authorities in Harris County, Texas, are investigating a barn fire that killed 11 horses.
Mare and Foal Care: Free Webinar
Topics covered in the webinar will include late-term mare care, foaling, and newborn/young foal care.
Oklahoma Pair Charged in SAU Horse Theft Case
A man and a woman from Oklahoma have been charged in connection with the SAU horse theft and killing case.
Harmonski, Wilson Receive 2011 Good Works for Horses Award
The pair was recognized for their commitment to serving equine veterinary needs at Mylestone Equine Rescue.
Large-Animal Rescue Training Scheduled at EKU
The training is scheduled for March 30-Apr. 1, 2012 and will take place in Richmond, Ky.
UHC Welcomes KEHC and New Vocations as New Members
The UHC is pleased to welcome the Kentucky Equine Humane Center and New Vocations to the coalition.
The Toe Crena: A Laminitic Link?
Research is needed to determine if the toe crena could be used as a prognostic indicator for laminitic horses.
Taking A Dip in the Pool?
It is a common technical equine rescue for many communities–to find a horse trapped in a pool in someone’s backyard, and have to figure out
Fish Or Cut Bait
The sound you heard echoing through the corridors of power in Washington a couple of weeks ago was the back door slamming shut, ending a
