Latest News – The Horse
Beer For My Horses
We’re in the midst of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, which means a large amount of beer has been, and will be, consumed throughout the
Cryotherapy Methods for Laminitis Treatment Compared (AAEP 2010)
Recent surveys of equine veterinarians reveal that laminitis is the No. 1 lameness concern of equine practitioners, due how difficult it is to treat and manage this debilitating condition. On the topic of laminitis control, Heidi Reesink, VMD, a
The Wicked North, Champion Thoroughbred, Euthanized
Eclipse Award winner The Wicked North was euthanized March 24 at Hagyard Equine Medical Center near Lexington, Ky., because of complications from an intestinal lipoma strangulation.
Invasive Plant Species’ Abundance Similar at Native and Introduced Sites
Many land managers know firsthand the damage invasive plant species can do to natural resources, but no one knows exactly why these species are able to outcompete native plants. Invasive species are common throughout the world. A long-held theory
UK Graduate Spotlight: Kenny Burdine, MS
When it comes to getting an updated economic forecast for Kentucky’s equine industry or understanding the economic tools horse owners have at their disposal, one of the University of Kentucky College of Agriculture’s most trusted resources is Kenny
New Jersey Rescue Trustees to Cease Operations, Pay Restitution
Trustees of a New Jersey horse rescue operation will pay up to $581,000 in restitution and cease operations under an agreement that resolves a lawsuit alleging that they misappropriated contributions from online donors who thought they were saving
CANTER Sets Up Herd Health Reports
The Communication Alliance to Network Thoroughbred Ex-Racehorses (CANTER), which helps find homes for retired racehorses, has established a “Herd Health Report” in an effort to provide transparency for donors and the horse buying public. According to
Horse Sedation with an Oral Gel (AAEP 2010)
A study showed that oral detomidine gel successfully sedated horses for routine procedures.
Gluck Center’s Equine Reproductive Health Group Sets Goals
The equine reproductive health group at the University of Kentucky Gluck Equine Research Center has developed a number of strategic goals to help enhance reproductive performance in horses. Conveniently centered in the largest Thoroughbred nursery in
AHC National Issues Forum to Focus on New Tenor in Congress
This year’s American Horse Council National Issues Forum will be held June 21 in Washington, D.C., during the AHC’s annual meeting. The annual meeting will run from June 19-22 at the Washington Court Hotel and includes an update on the
Box Fan Recall Could Affect Horse Owners
Lasko Products Inc., manufacturer of home appliances such as fans and heaters, is recalling approximately 4.8 million box fans (similar to those frequently used in barns by horse owners) after an electrical problem in the fan’s motor has caused some
CANTER Opens Arizona Chapter
The Communication Alliance to Network Thoroughbred Ex-Racehorses (CANTER) is now offering its services to Arizona horseman with the opening of CANTER Arizona. “We are thrilled to be offering our free listing services to the Arizona Thoroughbred
Nevada Resolution Opposes Mustang Sanctuary Development
A resolution opposing the development of wild horse sanctuaries in Nevada took a step forward earlier this month when it was passed that state’s Senate Natural Resources Committee. The committee passage took place shortly after the Bureau of Land
Jockey Club Continues Support for TRF
The Jockey Club has pledged its continued support for the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation (TRF), the country’s largest equine retirement program that has come under scrutiny over the past week. In a statement following publication of a New York
Eventing Radio Episode 127- Boyd Martin’s Call-in Show
Boyd Martin is our first LIVE Call-in guest on the Eventing Radio Show this week answering questions from listeners about the sport and his career.
Pain Management Options for Horses
Methods of managing pain in horses range from non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug use and opioids to alpha-2 agonists and ketamine, among others. Over the years, experience and research have helped veterinarians determine which of these are most
