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Blowen to Receive Prestigious Award
Michael Blowen, the co-founder and principal of Old Friends Thoroughbred Retirement Center, will receive the prestigious Sam McCracken Award for Lifetime Achievement from the New England Turf Writers Association (NETWA) for his outstanding work with
UC Davis to Host Equine Medicine Symposium for Owners
The University of California, Davis, annual equine medicine symposium is scheduled for April 9. This year’s topic is “The Golden Years: Helping Your Horse Mature Gracefully,” and it will cover everything you ever wanted to know about helping your
Zenyatta Receives William H. May Award
Zenyatta, 2010’s Horse of the Year, became the first horse to win the William H. May award when she was honored with the 2011 title by the Association of Racing Commissioners International (RCI). She was recognized by 2010-2011 RCI chairman Dan
Growing Number of Australian Horses Battling Unusual Neurologic Illness
The Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) is warning Australian horse owners to take precautions against mosquito-borne disease as veterinarians report a growing number of horses with unusual neurologic signs in New South Wales, Victoria, and
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy Applications in Horses
Extracorporeal shock wave therapy is an increasingly popular treatment method for equine injuries. During a presentation at the 2011 Western Veterinary Conference, held Feb. 20-24 in Las Vegas, Nev., Scott McClure, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVS, of Iowa
Arytenoid Chondritis (Breathing Problem)
I have an 8-year-old Thoroughbred mare that was diagnosed with arytenoid chondritis. The attending vet was sho
Tack and Habit Episode 46 – Cool Head Hot Jeans
This week we chat up some Goode Rider Couture Jeans and colorful Kensignton Cool Caps. Plus, Helena and Glenn find a gender gap with one
Horse Tip Daily 430 – Julie Fershtman on Releases of Liability Part 2
One of the most overlooked parts of any horse business is legal matters. Attorney Julie I. Fershtman is a specialist in equine law and helps
Horse Tip Daily 429 – Lisa Wysocky on the Top 10 Safety Mistakes
Lisa Wysocky is an author, equine clinician, and motivational speaker who trains horses for and consults with therapeutic riding programs across the country. Today Lisa
Western Radio Show Episode 47 – Houston Super Series Super Stars
Rodeo Houston is the richest regular season rodeo of any kind in the country. Alan and Tammy talk to two of it 2011 $50,000.00 round
Why Did the Horse Cross the Road?
We’ve all been there. The traffic is backed up for miles, the horns are honking, and the little old lady with the walker who’s out
Nebraska Horse Processing Legislation Moving Forward
A Nebraska measure that could invite private-sector horse processing into that state drew closer to becoming law on March 30 when lawmakers voted it out of the first round of floor debates required to pass the legislation.
Leptospiral Abortion: An Update
Infection of the pregnant mare by pathogenic leptospires can result in abortion, stillbirth, or birth of a weak foal. Yearly assessments of leptospiral abortions is important, as disease incidence can vary based on fluctuating environmental factors
Texas Bill Would Clarify Equine Dentistry Issues
Texas lawmakers are pondering legislation that would define the role of nonveterinarian equine dentists in that state. Current state law does not prohibit nonveterinarian dentists from floating horses’ teeth. But defining just how much work
Top Show Jumper Sapphire Injured
American show jumper McLain Ward’s long-time partner Sapphire, a 16-year-old Belgian warmblood mare, strained her right front check ligament while training in Florida last week and will miss the remainder of the 2011 show season.
New Technology for Diagnosing Keratitis in the Equine Eye
A technology commonly used in human medicine would provide veterinarians with a quick, noninvasive alternative for diagnosing fungal keratitis in the equine eye, according to a researcher from Cornell University. Equine fungal keratitis is a common
