Latest News – The Horse
Scuppy, Part 2
What a difference a new court can make! A little over a year ago, a trial court in Connecticut dismissed a personal injury lawsuit brought
Equine Identification: Free Webinar
Presenter Monty McInturff, DVM, will detail why equine identification is vital to horse owners and vets.
TRF Directors Seek Dismissal of Lawsuit
In their filing, the TRF directors say the charges made in the May 3 lawsuit are without merit.
Show Jumping Great Sapphire Retired
The 17-year-old Belgian Warmblood mare carried McLain Ward to two Olympic Gold medals during her career.
23 Cases of Atypical Myopathy Diagnosed in Spring 2012
Eighteen cases identified in France, four in Great Britain, and one in New Zealand.
New Jersey Anti-Slaughter Bill Advances
The bill would ban the slaughter of horses and the sale of horsemeat for human consumption in New Jersey.
A Firefighter’s Perspective on Horses
Any firefighter would be the first to tell you, “Please wear a helmet.” They are trained in risk assessment and risk management, and no firefighter
Managing a Missing Tooth
During my time caring for a herd of mainly senior horses, we encountered dental problems on a regular basis. Several horses required softer senior feed
Australian Horse Owners: Prepare for 2012 Hendra Season
Horse owners to take precautions against the deadly hendra virus as the infection’s prime season approaches.
How to Feed an Orphan Foal
Knowing how to properly feed and care for an orphan can save your foal’s life if the situation arises.
Equine Diagnostic Imaging Horse Course Archived
The presentation, “Latest Technologies in Diagnosing Equine Lameness,” was led by Kent Allen, DVM.
Equine Herpesvirus Confirmed in Colorado Horse
The horse was euthanized after showing severe neurologic signs associated with the disease.
Equine Influenza Hits FEI Event at La Baule, France
Show officials removed two horses from the show grounds after the animals tested positive for influenza.
AVC to Offers Large Animal Emergency Rescue Course
Atlantic Veterinary College’s Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue course will take place July 5-7.
Mass. State Officials: Vaccinate Horses Against WNV, EEE
Agricultural officials in Massachusetts advise horse owners to vaccinate against mosquito-borne diseases.
Exercise Increases Insulin Sensitivity in Horses
Moderate exercise increased insulin sensitivity in healthy horses, thus reducing insulin resistance risk.
