Latest News – The Horse
Fatty Acid Triheptanoin Comes Up Short for Horses with PSSM
Triheptanoin does not appear to be a good fat supplement for polysaccharide storage myopathy (PSSM) horses.
Kim Severson: Eventing Radio Episode 70
Kim Severson makes her debut appearance on the show to talk about Rolex preparations and the rest of her plans for the year. Max Corcoran
The Super Ride: Stable Scoop Episode 85
Helena and Glenn get in formation to discuss one of the most unique National Championships in the horse world, The Super Ride. Listen in… Stable
Allergy Control through Antioxidants and Digestive Support
Phytonutrients are class of natural compounds showing tremendous value in controlling inflammation.
Equine Summit to Bring Together Industry Leaders and Educators
The 2010 Kentucky International Equine Summit, a biennial event to be held on Monday and Tuesday, April 26 and 27, in Lexington, Ky., and sponsored by the University of Louisville Equine Industry Program in cooperation with the University of Ke
Morphine Controls Pain Within Joints, Researchers Report
Morphine is a useful part of pain management protocols for horses that have undergone arthroscopic surgery.
Age a Predictor in Horse Ownership
A horse owner’s age is a major predictor in how involved they will be in the horse industry, according to a new survey.
The findings are part of the American Horse Publications online nationwide survey, conducted from Oct. 15, 20
Equine Vision: Impact on Trail Behavior (Book Excerpt)
Once you learn how the equine eye functions, you’ll better understand your horse’s actions. And you’ll have insight managing your trail horse when it becomes skittish for no apparent reason.
Foot Casts Aid Treatment of Distal Limb Injuries
Phalangeal casts can aid healing of wounds in the foot and pastern region and help a horse return to function, researchers recently reported.
Although phalangeal casts (which cover the hoof and pastern but not the fetlock) are often
A Big Announcement and the IEF: 2010 Radio Show Episode 84
The 2010 Radio Show has a big announcement this week and we speak with Kimberly Brown, Templeton Thompson and Mark Peterson about the International Equestrian
The story of Slewpy’s Star: Part 1
Today begins a new excerpt from the book Equine ER about a mare with pleural pneumonia and the equine vet determined to do everything possible
Lameness: Getting to the Bottom of It
Pinpointing lameness in horses is crucial before proper treatment can be prescribed. There are several approaches to lameness examinations and diagnostic methods, which will be partly determined by the age of the horse and what it does for living.
Pfizer Partners With NTRA Alliance
The National Thoroughbred Racing Association March 31 announced that Pfizer Animal Health has become an official equine health promotional partner of the NTRA Safety and Integrity Alliance. Pfizer Animal Health will also make a contribution to…
Equine Spring Transition Tips
Dr. Kristina Hiney, PhD, Omega Fields Equine Nutrition Advisor, has prepared a series of seasonal tips to help horse owners transitioning their horses from one season to another.
WEG: Direct Action Company Named an Official Animal Health & Nutrition Partner
Alltech, a global leader in animal health and nutrition, has named Direct Action Company (dac) an Official Animal Health & Nutrition Partner for the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2010.
Two New Veterinary Specialties: Comments Sought
The public comment period is open for two new veterinary specialties currently being considered by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).
