Latest News – The Horse

Researcher: Prime Equine Performance Linked to Good Welfare
Horses need good health care, and to be treated fairly and as individuals to perform at their best.
November KENA Meeting Focuses on Equine Law
Joel Turner, chair of the Frost Brown Todd Attorneys, LLC, equine law group, will speak to attendees.

A Shift in Veterinary Trends
In response to an evolving industry, equine veterinarians are reevaluating their specialties and adapting to change.
Strong Drug Reform in Thoroughbred Racing Urged by Owner
Prominent Thoroughbred owner George Strawbridge Jr. said racing can only grow by eliminating medications.
Indiana Thoroughbred Trainer Handed 10-Year Abuse Suspension
Janey Adams is fighting a 10-year suspension resulting from the alleged maltreatment of a horse in her care.
OIE, FEI: Updates Needed in South American Horse Movement
The OIE and FEI say outdated, unjustified import and export barriers have hurt the growth of equestrian sport.
Equine Lameness and Podiatry Lecture Scheduled for Nov. 12
Equine lameness exams, regenerative medicine, podiatry advancements, and case studies will be discussed.
Rancher Convicted on Mustang Cruelty Charges Paroled
Jason Meduna, who was convicted on multiple felony animal cruelty counts, has been granted parole.

Lecture Discusses NEXT Generation in Equine Tissue Healing
Nonsurgical exogenous crosslinking therapy (NEXT) is undergoing efficacy testing in healing equine tendons
Bioniche Receives Regulatory Approval for Equine Supplement
Health Canada’s Veterinary Drugs Directorate accepted the low molecular weight hyaluronate sodium product.
Michigan Authorities Probe Horse Shooting
Michigan authorities are investigating the shooting death of a mare discovered fatally wounded in her field.

Scientist: Score Equine Pain with ‘Research Pain Models’
Reliable equine pain models are required for testing the effectiveness of new or existing pain-killing drugs.
Considerations to Make Before Purchasing a New Horse
Before welcoming a new horse home, it is important to investigate the quality and health of that animal.
Gluck Researcher Featured Presenter in Parasite Webinar
Nielsen presented during TheHorse.com’s webinar entitled “Horse Worms: Learning to Live with Them.”

Turnout’s Effects on Stall-Kept Equine Athletes
A team of researchers found that a little turnout time can improve behavior in stall-kept equine athletes.
California Man Charged in Animal Cruelty Case
A California man is facing cruelty charges in connection with the alleged maltreatment of more than 50 horses.



