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
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.
Philadelphia Horse Owner Charged with Cruelty
Claritza Lopez-Fuentes allegedly abandoned a 9-year-old mare in a vacant city lot earlier this week.
Blue Horse Charities Donates $153,300 in Grants
Blue Horse Charities provides funds to organizations that place registered Thoroughbreds into adoptive homes.
N.Y. Standardbred Trainers Suspended for Drug Infractions
From March 21 to April 1 28 horses tested positive for oxymetazoline–a prohibited topical nasal decongestant.
Florida Pari-Mutuel Barrel Racing Begins Amid Disputes
It is the first pari-mutuel barrel racing in Florida and probably in the country.
