Latest News – The Horse
Pennsylvania Man Charged with Animal Cruelty
A Pennsylvania man is facing multiple animal cruelty charges in connection with the alleged maltreatment
Wild Horse and Burro Program Table Topic (AAEP 2011)
Population control strategies, adoption screening procedures, and wild horse public image were discussed.
Equine Welfare Monitoring System Under Evaluation
The system includes animal-based measurements developed from criteria described in scientific literature.
MSU Alum Receives ‘Legend of the Year’ Award
Tanja Molby, DVM, received the Legend of the Year award for helping to create the Michigan Equine Foundation.
Southern Arkansas University Student Charged in Horse Thefts
An SAU student and member of the school’s competitive rodeo team was arrested in connection with the theft.
Accused New York Horse Owner Facing New Charges
A New York woman accused of maltreating horses is facing new charges for failing to contain her animals.
Indiana Equine Operations Support $2 Billion Industry
Many equine operators view ventures as more hobby than business, according to a Purdue University survey.
Lameness in the Racehorse Table Topic (AAEP 2011)
Attendees discussed hoof lameness, club feet, track surface’s effect on lameness, back and neck pain, and EPM.
Treating Laminitis with Acupuncture
One researcher says accupuncture’s pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory effects can help laminitic horses.
Tennessee Walking Horse Celebration CEO to Retire
Doyle Meadows, PhD, chief executive officer (CEO) of the Tennessee Walking Horse (TWH) Celebration, has
HSUS Assists Horse Rescue in Wake of Storm Damage
The organization plans to use the funds to replace horses’ winter blankets that were lost in the floods.
Avoid Grazing Drought-Weakened Pastures Too Early
According to one pasture management specialist, drought-weakened pastures might not recover for several years.
Study Evaluates Pheromone Gel’s Calming Effects on Horses
Horses treated with pheromones were less stressed during cognitive sessions after travel than untreated ones.
HorseShow.com Launches ‘Coolest Horse’ Competition
Horse lovers and owners everywhere can now show why their favorite horse is the ‘coolest horse in the world.’
Georgia Couple Sentenced in Cruelty Case
The pair will serve probation and pay fines in connection with allegedly maltreating 41 horses.
Researchers Evaluate Endocrinopathic Laminitis Prevalence
Endocrinopathic laminitis might be more common in horses affected by endocrine disease than once believed.
