Latest News – The Horse
Worms in Horses Pt 1: Parasite and Control Basics
What internal parasites can affect horses, and how much damage can they cause? How do we fight them? Dr. Lori Bidwell explains in this video.
Summer Equine Dermatitis
Sweet itch is one of several seasonal allergies that a horse might encounter.
Researchers Examine the Secret Life of Equine Embryos
A mare’s pregnancy might not seem that complicated on the surface, but her relationship with the embryo and its adjacent parts–in total, the conceptus–is remarkably complex. In order to prevent early embryonic loss, the conceptus must interrupt her
Kentucky Derby 2011: Animal Kingdom Victorious, Archarcharch Injured
Team Valor International’s homebred Animal Kingdom came from off the pace and roared down the stretch to win the 137th Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands May 7 at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky. Second in the classic race was Nehro with Mucho
Equine LawÑAnd More
How do you kill time in Central Kentucky between the Rolex Three-Day Event on the last weekend in April and the Kentucky Derby on the
Plum Pretty All That in Kentucky Oaks
John Fort’s Peachtree Stable’s Plum Pretty fought off a late charge by St. John’s River to win the May 6 Kentucky Oaks (the first jewel in the Filly Triple Crown) to win by a neck. Zazu rallied for third in the 1 1/8-mile race for 3-year-old fillies
EHV-1 Quarantine of Two New Jersey Farms Lifted
New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Douglas H. Fisher announced May 6 that the state Department of Agriculture (DOA) has lifted quarantines at Overbrook and Tourelay Farms in Colts Neck, which have restricted horse movement in and out of the two
LSU Veterinary School and LSART to Host Large Animal Rescue Boot Camp
The Louisiana State University (LSU) School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM) and the Louisiana State Animal Response Team (LSART) are holding training activities this spring that include an introductory course for veterinary students and a more intensive
Spring Pasture Management Focus of May KENA Dinner Meeting
Properly managing pastures and carefully overseeing turnout during the spring months is especially important for horse owners, breeders, and managers. At the May 19 Kentucky Equine Networking Association (KENA) dinner meeting, Ray Smith, PhD, of the
AAEP Urges Caution on Federal Horse Racing Drug Bill
The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) has expressed concern with “very broad language” in federal legislation geared toward use of performance-enhancing drugs in racehorses. The legislation, introduced in Congress May 4, apparently
Uncle Mo Will Not Run in Derby
Churchill Downs officials said May 6 that Uncle Mo has been scratched out of the 2011 Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands, taking place May 7 at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky.
Jumping Radio Episode 59 – Spy Coast Farm, Breeding Show Jumpers
Lisa Lourie, owner & breeder from Spy Coast Farm explains what it takes to build a sporthorse breeding operation and establish a brand name in
Dressage Radio Episode 100 – Courtney King-Dye
Courtney King Dye,and her husband Jason join Chris to tell Courtney’s story as we celebrate the Dressage Radio Show’s 100th episode…don’t miss this special interview.
20-Meter Circles in My Sleep
It used to be that I’d say, “I dread the day when that horse leaves us.” I’ve had nightmares about it over the years, actually,
Gastrointestinal Tract Infection Will Decide Uncle Mo’s Derby Fate
Owner Mike Repole said a decision on whether Uncle Mo, the current second favorite, will run in Saturday’s Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands will be made late today May 5, or early tomorrow. After the one-time Derby favorite exercised over the
Nebraska Legislature Passes Processing Study Bill
An amended version of a Nebraska bill that could facilitate horse processing plant development in that state was passed by state lawmakers on May 5, according to a spokesman for bill sponsor Sen. Tyson Larson. In its original version introduced in
