Latest News – The Horse
Fall in Place: Create a Winter Paddock
You can greatly improve the health and productivity of your pastures by creating and using a winter paddock or “sacrifice area” to confine your horses.
New Ways of Thinking
Temple Grandin played to a standing-room-only house when she delivered the Second Bruce MacLaren Distinguished Lecture at Eastern Kentucky University in Richmond last week. If
The Many Faces of EPM, Take 2
Four veterinarians discuss equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM) diagnosis, what conditions it can appear to be, and effective treatment strategies.
Horse Wounds Part 2: First Aid, Wrapping, and Bandaging
Learn about basic horse wound first aid, including cleaning, antibiotic use, and wrapping/pressure bandage techniques with Dr. Christy Corp-Minamiji of Davis, Calif.
Are Stabled Horses at Increased Risk for Developing Colic?
Researchers found the frequency of intestinal contractions was lower in stabled horses than pastured horses.
Disaster Assistance Available to New Jersey Horse Farms
Several government organizations are offering disaster assistance to farm owners impacted by Hurricane Irene.
Tennessee EHV-1: No New Cases Reported
No new horses have been confirmed EHV-1 positive since Sept. 21 in connection with the Tennessee cases.
Jockey Club Announces Thoroughbred Connect Enhancement
Thoroughbreds in need of homes will now be listed publicly on thoroughbredconnect.com, the Jockey Club said.
Reward Offered in Oregon Horse Shooting Case
A $2,500 reward has been offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible.
25 Cases of EEE Confirmed in Wisconsin Horses
Twenty-five cases of Eastern equine encephalitis have been confirmed in Wisconsin horses since mid-August.
BLM to Review Nevada Gather Operations
The BLM will review operations during a Nevada gather that some wild horse advocates say put animals at risk.
Researchers Examine One-Sided Imprint Training
Research indicates that one-sided imprint training is not might not be as beneficial as once thought.
AAEP Emphasizes Importance of Rabies Vaccines
The AAEP strongly recommends an annual rabies vaccine as a “core” vaccination for horses.
NJDA Seeks Large Animal Facilities for Emergency Shelters
The NJDA seeking to ensure there are enough facilities available to accommodate large animals in emergencies.
Racing Catastrophic Injuries Could Lead to Vet Policy Reform
Policy reform could be ahead after a filly broke down and was not euthanized for nearly an hour.
Study: Permanently Avoiding Colic Impossible in Some Horses
Researchers discuss the first case in which surgery to permanently prevent a renosplenic entrapment failed.
