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Ocular Disease in Horses with HERDA: Study
In an eye-opening event, Mississippi State University researchers discovered that Quarter Horses diagnosed with the disease called hereditary equine regional dermal asthenia (HERDA) not only have skin defects but also important eye abnormalities. HERDA is a recessive genetic disease of horses that results in fragile skin that tears easily and heals poorly. “Recent
Fiberglass Horses and River Gorges
Horse Mania has hit the streets of Lexington in preparation for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG). Now through Oct. 15, nearly 150
Horse Tip Daily 259 – Dr. De Leeuw on Better Jumping
Dr. De Leeuw is a Veterinarian with a twist. She specializes and is well known for her chiropractic and acupuncture work. Listen in as she
Horse Tip Daily 258 – Five Super Horse Blogs
Glenn the Geek goes geeky and shares with you five of his top equine blogs. Listen in… Horse Tip Daily #258 – Five Super Horse
Horse Tip Daily 257 – Dr. Johnson on Forelimb Posture
Dr. Jenny E. Johnson is a regular contributor to the Jumping Radio Show. Listen in today as Dr. Johnson speaks about forelimb posture. Listen
Dressage Radio Episode 63 – U.S. Selection Trials Preview and Inspirational People Series
Debbie McDonald previews the U.S. Selection Trials and Lendon Gray is our guest as part of a new Series of ÔInspirational People.’ Listen In… Dressage
Foaling season: Things aren’t always what they appear
In our continuing excerpt chronicling 24 hours during Foaling Season from the Eclipse Press book Equine ER by Leslie Guttman, we check in with two
Stable Scoop Episode 103 – Learn, Ride, Imagine
Aly and Jax will renew your faith in the youth of today. These ambitious New York teens understand the importance of goals and budgets
Health Considerations for World Equestrian Games Horses
Quarantine, confinement, and stress can affect World Equestrian Games (WEG) horses.
Thoroughbred Tuscan Evening Dies Following Workout
Top grass female Tuscan Evening collapsed after a workout on the Del Mar turf course Aug. 8 and died. Track officials suspect that the 5-year-old grade I winner suffered a cardiac event, but there was no official confirmation of that.
Defensive Horsemanship Keeps Owners Safe when Working with Horses
A person who practices defensive horsemanship is less likely to be hurt while handling a horse, Robert M. Miller, DVM, of Thousand Oaks, Calif., said at the recent American Veterinary Medical Association meeting July 31-Aug. 3 in Atlanta, Ga. “[Because they are a prey animal,] horses are always afraid,” he warned, and said people must act in a reassuring manner to avoid
WNV and EEE: Massachusetts Horse Owners Urged to Vaccinate
Massachusetts state officials have urged horse owners to vaccinate their horses against West Nile virus (WNV) and Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) after a >second horse was euthanized last week. This was the first case of EEE in Worchester County since 2003. According to a press release f
Nutrition For Horsewomen: Excerpt from Riding For Life
As an equestrian, you know the importance of your horse getting good nutrition. You realize the quality of the feed and forage is key in determining how he looks, feels, and performs. You probably invest in high-quality grain, hay, and nutritional supplements to maximize your horse’s health.
Horse Trailer Tip: Locate Special Keys for Tires
Did you know that some wheels require a special lug nut key in order to remove tires from a vehicle? Your spare tire could also require a special key to unlock it. Having locking lug nuts on each wheel and a lock on your spare tire holder provides an added layer of safety–and a certain level of peace of mind–by safeguarding tires from tampering and even theft. However, these loc
How to Make a Portable First-Aid Kit
Every horse owner should have an equine first-aid kit in their barn and trailer for emergencies.
Zenyatta’s Winning Streak Extends to 18
In what could be her final start in California, the great Zenyatta remained undefeated with her 18th consecutive win in rather routine fashion by a neck in the $300,000 Clement L. Hirsch Stakes Aug. 7 at Del Mar.
Before an admiring crowd of 32,536 at the seaside track, 6-year-old Zenyatta won the Hirsch for the third consecutive time while capturing her 12th grade I victory, this
