Latest News – The Horse
New York Judge Orders Horses’ Return
A New York State Supreme Court judge has ordered the SPCA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) Serving Erie County to return to 40 of the 73 horses the agency removed from a Morgan horse training farm earlier this year. In March, officials from the SPCA Serving Erie County removed 73 allegedly neglected horses after discovering them living in filth in several barns on an East Aurora,
SmartPak Receives Vet-VIPPS Certfication
SmartPak was recently awarded the Veterinary Verified Internet Pharmacy Practice Sites (Vet-VIPPS) certification from the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP). SmartPak is only the fifth veterinary pharmacy to receive Vet-VIPPS certification, and was awarded certification after the NABP’s in-depth review of SmartPak’s policies, procedures, and facilities. The rigorous certification pr
New Bolton Center Receives Check from NTRA, Pfizer, and Barbaro Fans
On Saturday, June 26, University of Pennsylvania’s School of Veterinary Medicine at New Bolton Center, in Kennett Square, received a check in the amount of $37,276 for its Fund for Laminitis Research. The donation was made through the efforts of Pfizer Animal Health and the NTRA Charities, and will go towards the support of scientific research focused on finding a cure for laminitis. The
Reporting Adverse Effects to Vaccines, Medicines
An adverse event can be broadly defined as an undesirable occurrence after the use of a vaccine, drug, animal device, insecticide, medicated feed, etc. Multiple federal agencies are involved in taking reports of adverse events in animals, which can make it difficult for owners and veterinarians to easily notify the appropriate agencies. Adverse reactions can range from a minor swe
Zenyatta, Rachel Alexandra Halters Total $8,777 in Bids
Halters worn by two-time Eclipse Award winner Zenyatta and 2009 Horse of the Year Rachel Alexandra brought a combined $8,777.99 on eBay in a fundraiser for the Race for Education.
Bidding on the undefeated Zenyatta’s halter, one she wore in 2009, ended on July 6 with a winning bid of $6,600. The winning bid on the Rachel Alexandra halter, which closed July 7, was $2,177.99.
Read MoreJan Byyny, Ashley Adams and Jennie Brannigan
We have a bumper line-up for you as Jan Byyny, Ashley Adams and Jennie Brannigan join Chris to discuss Surefire Farm Horse Trials and other
Jo Whitehouse and Sharon Hunt
Jo Whitehouse, CEO of the US Eventing Association, joins Chris throughout the show this week to discuss issues facing the sport and the membership. We
The Second Annual Twitter Marathon
This week on Stable Scoop, it’s the second annual Twitter Marathon! Join us and ten guests from around the world for a hour of laughs,
Show Jumper Laura Kraut and Reiner Lisa Coulter
Samantha and Glenn are joined by a number of guests this week including Gold Medal Olympic Show Jumper Laura Kraut. They are also joined by
The 100 Days Celebration
Samantha and Glenn are joined by a number of guests live at the 100 day festival in downtown Lexington, KY. Listen in to share in
International Equine Disease Report First Quarter 2010
The International Collating Center, Newmarket, United Kingdom, and other sources reported the following disease outbreaks. Contagious equine metritis (CEM) was reported from France, Germany, the UK, and the USA. France confirmed a single case in a Trotter. Two mares were cultured positive for Taylorella equigenitalis in Germany. The UK reported two cases on separate premi
Thoroughbred Charities of America Awards $860,672 in Grants
Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA) announced today grants totaling $860,672 have been awarded to 81 Thoroughbred industry-related non-profits that work to uphold TCA’s mission.
TCA distributes grants to several categories of Thoroughbred industry related nonprofits including rescue, rehabilitation and adoption organizations as well as education and backstretch programs, therapeutic r
Potential Biomarker for Equine Cushing’s Identified
Lead a veterinarian to a horse with equine Cushing’s disease and he or she will likely try to diagnose the horse by measuring blood levels of adrenocorticotrophic hormone (ACTH) in a single sample at a single point in time. Lead researchers from Pegasus Equine Diagnostics Ltd., in Nottingham, United Kingdom to the same horse and they’ll measure ACTH levels over 24 hours at multiple t
Commentary: World Equestrian Games is Just The Beginning
The eyes of the international horse community will be on Kentucky in a few months, watching and awaiting the results of the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG). On one day, for example, NBC reportedly plans to broadcast live from the Ryder Cup golf tournament in Wales, then switch to live coverage of the Games. The potential worldwide audience could reach 500 million.
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WEG: Culver Academies to Perform in Opening Ceremonies
Culver Academies, known for their historic Black Horse Troop and Equestriennes horsemanship units, will bring their traditions to the World Equestrian Games Opening Ceremonies on Sept. 25. “I am very excited Culver has been chosen,” said Mark Waller, director of instruction at Culver. “I’m confident that we can really put on a good show and give a good impressio
The Cleveland Bay and a Kathleen Update
Helena and Glenn take a look at a rare but fascinating breed, the Cleveland Bay. Known for their stamina, strength, and jumping ability this breed
