Latest News – The Horse
Accidental Electrocution Confirmed in Death of Newbury Racehorses
Accidental electrocution has been confirmed as the cause of death of two racehorses that collapsed Feb. 12 in the paddock at Newbury Racecourse in England, according to a report from Horse and Hound.
Nebraska Horse Processing Bill Advances
A measure intended to facilitate private sector horse processing plant development in Nebraska was approved by that state Senate’s Agriculture Committee on Feb. 15. The bill, LB 305, would establish a state inspection program for plants that process meat and poultry for human consumption. The program would operate under USDA State Meat and Poultry Inspection (MPI) Program requirements.
AAEP Good Works Honorees Care for Abused, Neglected Horses
The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) has named Mary Beth Hamorski, VMD, and Christina Wilson, DVM, of Califon Animal Hospital in Lebanon, N.J., as the January honorees of its Good Works Campaign. Hamorski and Wilson provide low-cost veterinary care to Mylestone Equine Rescue, a sanctuary for 34 abused, neglected, and relinquished horses in Warren County, N.J. For the past 17
2010’s Top Equine Lameness/Surgery Studies (AAEP 2010)
What would be your pick for the most groundbreaking news in equine lameness, surgery, or racing for 2010? Not sure? Read on to find out what Scott E. Palmer, VMD, Dipl. ABVP (Equine Practice), hospital director and a staff surgeon of the New Jersey Equine Clinic in Clarksburg, N.J., and past president of the AAEP and American Board of Veterinary Practitioners, deemed the most important news in
Nature vs. Nurture and Horse Health (AAEP 2010)
The phrase “nature vs. nurture” is usually used to refer to the debate over which has a greater impact on a person’s personality and preferences–genetics or environment/rearing. But for this article, we’ll use it in the context of fetal programming, or what makes a foal develop into a physically healthy (or not so healthy) horse. Hint: Nature and nurture in this case are scientifically proven to
Ulcers… For Life?
Ulcers can occur in horses of all disciplines and management situations, although horses in higher stress environments do appear to be more susceptible. There’s no cure-all for equine gastric ulcer syndrome, but proper management and prevention methods can help your horse remain ulcer-free.
Dressage Radio Episode 90 – Does Being a Good Rider Qualify You to Become a Good Teacher?
Debbie McDonald and Lendon Gray join Chris again this week to discuss a top effecting the sport: Does Being a Good Rider Qualify You to
Eventing Radio Episode 118 – New Zealand Eventing Team Plans
Boyd Martin joins me this week and we hear from New Zealand High Performance Director & Coach, Erik Duvander plus an update on the FEI
Western Radio Show Episode 40 – Wild Horses
Alan and Tammy talk with Patti Colbert, Executive Director of the Mustang Heritage Foundation where they learn about the plight of the great American Mustang,
Horse Tip Daily 397 – EquiSketch Dressage and Reining Apps
Glenn does a series of tips on cool websites and phone apps for the horse world, plus adds a little horse music to the mix.
Thoroughbred Trainer Dutrow Suspended 90 Days for Drug Infractions
New York racing stewards have suspended trainer Richard Dutrow Jr.–famous for training 2008 Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes winner Big Brown–for 90 days for a positive drug test result from a horse in his barn at Aqueduct last fall and for possession of hypodermic needles in his barn, racing regulators said Feb. 16.
2012 Olympic Equestrian Timetable Announced
The London Organizing Committee of the Olympic Games (LOCOG) has announced the 2012 Olympic equestrian timetable. London 2012 will mark the 100th anniversary of equestrian sport in the Olympic movement. The Olympic opening ceremony on July 27, 2012, will be followed by 12 days of equestrian competition, with the world’s best athletes competing for six gold medals in the Olympic disciplines of
Florida Man Charged with Animal Killings
Florida law enforcement authorities have charged a Walton County man with two felony animal cruelty counts for allegedly killing a Miniature Horse and a dog after a family dispute. Walton County Sheriff’s Department spokesman Michael Morrison said deputies discovered the animals’ remains last week when their owner reported that the animals had disappeared, and that her brother-in-law had allegedly
2010’s Top Equine Medicine Studies (AAEP 2010)
What would be your pick for the most groundbreaking news in equine veterinary internal medicine for 2010? Not sure? Read on to find out what Steve Reed, DVM, Dipl. ACVIM, of Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital in Lexington, Ky., deemed the most important news in equine internal medicine in 2010. He presented this discussion during the Kester News Hour session to help kick off the 2010 American
Finders, Keepers?
“Finders, keepers” is one of the fundamental principles of playground property law, but does it also apply to a stray horse that wanders onto your
Farriery Program (AAEP 2010)
Hoof examination, cracks, puncture wounds, custom-molded horseshoes, heel support, and more were discussed during the day-long farriery program at the 2010 American Association of Equine Practitioners convention.
