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Florida Authorities Probe Miniature Horse Death
Law enforcement authorities in Florida are investigating circumstances surrounding the death of a Miniature
UC Davis Owner Education Seminar to be Streamed Online
The webcast will be presented free of charge and will be available online tomorrow beginning at 8:30 a.m. PST.
Tennessee Horse Deaths Puzzle Authorities
Tennessee law enforcement authorities are hoping to solve the mystery surrounding the sudden deaths of
USEF: Use of GABA as a Calming Supplement Prohibited
Recently, reports of the use of a product called “Carolina Gold” have been brought to the USEF Equine Drugs an
Preliminary Hearing Waived in Pa. Thoroughbred Fraud Case
A Pennsylvania woman accused of selling to slaughter four retired Thoroughbred racehorses placed in her

The State of Stem Cells for Equine Joint Disease (AAEP 2011)
Successful treatment depends largely on the types of cases the veterinarian selects, said one researcher.
Meet The Horse’s Newest Team Member
Hello visitors of TheHorse.com! Welcome to “At Home with Horses” and thank you for visiting! My name is Michelle Anderson, and I’m the most recent
Mild Winter Impacts Weed Emergence
The mild winter weather and excellent soil moisture have resulted in rapid growth of many cool-season weeds

Study: Zebra Stripes Deter Horseflies
According to a recent study, a coat pattern with numerous narrow stripes deteres horseflies from landing.

Basic Manure Management Equipment for Horse Properties
Basic horse manure management equipment includes a good wheelbarrow and manure fork.
Molecular Monitoring of Equine Joint Homeostasis
It’s beneficial to look at biomarkers that reflect changes in cartilage as well as the joint capsule and bone.
Manuka Honey for Healing Horse Wounds (AAEP 2011)
Manuka honey can be used to promote healing of wounds without the need for a bandage, one researcher said.

Weed of the Month: Yew, Taxus
Taxus species, frequently called “yew” are used as ornamentals in much of the eastern United States and Canada. Generally, these evergreen plants are found in highly managed landscapes. Taxus plants thrive under many conditions, which make them a pop
Assateague Wild Horse Shooter Sentenced
A Maryland man convicted in connection with last year’s shooting death of a wild mare at the Assatea
Michigan Barn Fire Kills 38 Horses; Injures Employee
A Southern Michigan barn fire at the farm of longtime Thoroughbred owner/breeder Jerry Campbell’s Ca
Hendra Virus Quarantine Lifted in Queensland
Two properties that have been under quarantine for Hendra virus have been given the all clear.



