Latest News – The Horse
Diagnosing Disorders of Sexual Development in Horses: Male or Female?
Fertility issues in the horse can stem from multiple causes. One cause in mares is due to a disorder of sexual development (DSD) whereby the sex chromosome complement (genotype, or genetic code) is abnormal and does not agree with the external appearance of the horse (phenotype, or observable characteristics).
WEG Wrap-Up
A photographic wrap-up of the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games held at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington September 25 – October 10.
Tack and Habit Episode 22 – That Bucking Sidepull
It’s one bucking horse after another today on the show with some unique apparel and ride your horse without a bit with the Tory sidepull.
Tack and Habit Episode 21 – Saddle Candy
Chocolate and saddles are the talk of the day as Helena and Glenn eat some of the best chocolate ever and shop for saddles on
Tack and Habit Episode 20 – A Life Full of Kerrits
Kerri Kent of Kerrits joins us to speak about the fall line and Jennifer H. does the first book review on the show with a
Stable Scoop Episode 113 – Reenactment, Jousting and Cannon Fire
Guest Co-Host Cat Bertucci brings the past to life with two interviews this week. Going back to the middle ages with with Jude Kensington of
World Equestrian Games Veterinary Wrap-Up
2010 World Equestrian Games (WEG) Veterinary Coordinator Dr. Kent Allen summarizes the WEG’s veterinary clinic activity during the event.
Venograms Can Catch Laminitis Early
Proper blood flow to the laminae of the hoof is critical at all times, but especially when a horse develops laminitis. Diagnostic techniques that can reveal how blood is flowing–or not–can help veterinarians catch laminitis early. Amy Rucker, DVM, of Midwest Equine in Columbia, Mo., discussed the importance of digital venograms in diagnosing and treating laminitis during the Sept. 17-18 La
Charges Filed in Illinois Cruelty Case
An Illinois man is facing animal cruelty charges after allegedly beating his horse, according to a spokesperson for the Edgar County State’s Attorney’s Office. Dennis Hollingsworth was charged with one count of cruelty to animals and one count of violation of owners’ duties, the spokesperson said. Hollingsworth is slated to appear in court on Oct. 21 to answer the char
WEG: All Horses Tested Negative for Prohibited Substances
The Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) announced Oct. 15 that all blood and urine samples taken from horses competing at the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games were negative for all prohibited substances. Under FEI Veterinary Regulations, samples from a minimum of 5% of competing horses are tested, but almost 11% of the 752 horses competing in Kentucky were tested.
Horse Tip Daily 311 – Rick Gore on Honking Horses
Rick Gore, of Rick Gore Horsemanship, is a trainer, clinician and an all around horseman. Today he speaks about the honking horses make sometimes while
Purchase Your Winter Supply of Hay
If you haven’t already done so, fall is the time to buy your winter supply of hay. Be sure to look for green, leafy, fresh-smelling
Final Day of WEG
The final day of WEG competition started with the Closing Press Conference. FEI president Princess Haya and Alltech leader Pearse Lyons were joined by Jamie
2010 Radio Show Episode 126 – The Last Show
Samantha and Glenn record the final 2010 Radio Show with a little laughter, many thanks and a lot of fond memories. Listen in… 2010 Radio
Horses Reconcile, Support Each Other after Conflict
After a squabble in the field, horses might “kiss and make up”–at least in their own equine way. But even more often, post-conflict horses are visited by a “peacemaker,” probably to preserve the unity of the group, according to a new study by European researchers. Long-term pasturemates sometimes show reconciliatory behavior after a moment of conflict, and a t
Mature Hay Bedding has Potential for Tall Fescue Toxicity
With budgets tight, a number of horse farm managers have reduced costs by using a hay harvest of overmature grass pastures for bedding. On the surface it makes sense to bed stalls with this stemmy hay. But be cautious when using it for pregnant mares in their last trimesters.
