Latest News – The Horse
Lecture on Managing the High-Risk Equine Pregnancy Scheduled
The New Bolton Center presents “Managing the High-Risk Pregnancy: Broodmares in the Third Trimester” Nov. 1.
Decision on Dutrow Drug Infractions Due Next Week
Dutrow is expected to find out if he will be allowed to train again after alleged equine drug infractions.
Corolla Wild Horse Herd Expansion Bill Advances
Federal legislation that would allow the Corolla Wild Horse herd to grow larger has advanced.
Feral Horses’ Effects on Pine Trees and Grasses
Researchers found that pine trees flourished in areas feral horses roamed while some grasses struggled .
Horses Added to Kentucky Proud Program
The KDA, KEEP, and KHC announced Oct. 6 that horses have been added to the Kentucky Proud program.
New Ohio Rule Allows Proactive Tail Docking by Veterinarians
Licensed Ohio veterinarians can now dock the tails of horses to prevent injury to the animals under HB 229.
Pari-Mutuel Barrel Racing? Florida Officials to Decide
A Quarter Horse permit holder in Florida has asked the FDPMW for permission to host barrel races.
AHF Releases 2011 Equine Research Project Summaries
The Arabian Horse Foundation released summaries of the research projects the organization funded in 2011.
More Charges Filed in Maryland Neglect Case
A Maryland farm operator has been charged with additional cruelty counts for allegedly neglecting her horses.
Extreme Weather Results in Lack of Forage for Horses
Extreme weather conditions are driving hay prices skyward and stretching owners’ resources in a tough economy.
Revised 2012 FEI Prohibited Substance List Effective Jan. 1
The FEI has announced a small number of changes to its 2011 Equine Prohibited Substance List.
New Online Equine Biosecurity Risk Calculator Available
Equine Guelph (University of Guelph) recently introduced their new Equine Biosecurity Risk Calculator.
Agenda Set for NTRA Safety Alliance Seminar
The agenda for the NTRA Safety and Integrity Alliance seminar was announced Oct. 4.
Horse-Sitting 101: Legalities to Consider
Eliminate some of the anxiety of leaving your horse with a sitter by preparing for the trip in advance.
Devaluing The Human-Animal Bond
The emotional bond humans have with their animals should be obvious to anyone who has run a hand along a horse’s neck, or who has
The State of Lyme Disease
Horses in the Northeast, mid-Atlantic, and near the Great Lakes are at risk of Borrelia burgdorferi exposure.
