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Alltech’s 2011 International Symposium to Rein in Equine Industry Experts
Few animals possess as long a history with humans as horses. From work to war and play to performance, these animals have claimed the hearts of many individuals around the globe. Alltech wishes to attract these equine enthusiasts to its
Readers Battle High Gas Prices
Exactly 590 readers of TheHorse.com responded to a poll asking, “How have rising gas prices affected your horse activities?”
Illinois Equine Promotion Board Awards More Than $84,000 in Grants
The Illinois Equine Industry Research and Promotion Board (EPB) has awarded more than $84,000 in grants, according to Chairwoman Karen Freese. Grants are funded by the Illinois equine checkoff program, which provides for the voluntary assessment of
Colic Surgery and Intestinal Lubricants (AAEP 2010)
Colicky horses that undergo exploratory surgery and are ultimately diagnosed with an ileal impaction appear to benefit from a single injection of carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) into the ileum to resolve the problem, according to veterinarians from
Horse Tip Daily 413 – Linda Hauck on Buying Horses
Linda is an accomplished eventer, race trainer, horsewoman and creator of the Spursuader. Today she speaks with us about buying horses. Listen in… Horse Tip
Western Radio Show Episode 44 – Healthy Horse Hauling
With summer time around the corner more horses will be on the trailer and on the road to a show or trail ride. Listen in
Texas Authorities Probe Horse Shooting
Law enforcement authorities in Guadalupe County, Texas are seeking those responsible for fatally shooting a registered Paint mare earlier this month. The animal was discovered dead in its Seguin, Texas pasture on March 3. The mare, who was in foal
FEI: National Federations Request More Time to Review Restructuring Plans
Following requests from national federations, the Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) Bureau has agreed to extend the period of consultation on new FEI Statutes that would allow for restructuring of the current FEI governance model. The vote on
Japan’s Thoroughbred Racing Industry Minimally Affected by Quake, Tsunami
The devastation in Japan that was caused by an earthquake and a tsunami March 11 did little harm to Sheikh Mohammed’s Darley operation in Japan. The island of Hokkaido is home to American-bred and raced champions such as Charismatic, Empire Maker,
U of I Extension Project Will Aid Horse Owners in Manure Management
University of Illinois (U of I) Extension has developed a new project that will provide horse owners in Lake, McHenry, and northern Cook, Ill., counties with an alternative to the traditional waste hauling service.
Battling Dehydration in Horses with Hypertonic Saline (AAEP 2010)
When horses have hemorrhaged or have experienced fluid losses from dehydration, they can end up in a dangerous state of low blood volume, called hypovolemia.
Orphan Foals Require Immediate Critical Care
Orphan foals require immediate support. This leaves little time for an unprepared owner to learn what to do.
Key Issues Discussed at Kentucky Immigration Forum
The fairly new concept of e-verification for immigration workers was one of the topics at a March 8 forum hosted by Blue Grass Farms Charities in conjunction with attorneys from Wyatt, Tarrant and Combs in Lexington, Ky. About 40 Thoroughbred
Equine TMJ Disease: Why So Rare? (AAEP 2010)
A resurgence of interest in the equine temporomandibular joint (TMJ) (which allows for opening and closing of a horse’s mouth) has led to discussions on the relationship of TMJ disease to weight loss or behavioral changes in horses.
Ruffian Equine Medical Center Closes, Scheduled to Re-Open in May
The Ruffian Equine Medical Center (REMC) closed its doors for renovation on March 1. According to the hospital’s website, the state-of-the-art equine hospital located across the street Belmont Park in Elmont, N.Y., is undergoing restructuring and
Seven Farriers and Four Equine Veterinarians Enter the Halls of Fame
The new 2010 classes were added to the International Horseshoeing Hall of Fame and the International Equine Veterinarians Hall of Fame at the eighth annual International Hoof-Care Summit held Feb. 3 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Each hall of fame honors
