Latest News – The Horse
Control of Equine Influenza Requires Diligence
The outbreaks of equine influenza (EI) that occurred in 2007 in Japan and Australia are a jolting reminder that influenza viruses use simple–but very effective–strategies for their own survival, and that our lack of attention allows this virus to
UT College of Veterinary Medicine Announces Open House
The University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine will hold its annual Open House Saturday, April 12, from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. The free event will take place on the UT agricultural campus, located on Neyland Drive in
Pro-Ride Touts Liquid Binder to Fix Track Surface Drainage Program
Ian Pearse of Pro-Ride Racing Australia stands ready to begin fixing Santa Anita’s beleaguered Cushion Track surface as soon as the final race is completed Feb. 3.
“On Sunday afternoon after the races, we’ll harrow the track and break up
Iowa State Establishes New Entrepreneurial Professorship in Veterinary Medicine
An entrepreneurial veterinarian and a college looking to instill entrepreneurial skills in its students have connected to establish one of the nation’s first professorships in veterinary entrepreneurial studies at Iowa State University
Hands Off: New Research on Impact of Human Intervention on Foal Behavior
Human interaction with foals at a critical early developmental age appears to be a stressor, whereas positive human interaction with the dam creates a strong model for the observing foal, according to a series of ongoing research projects a
Beanie, A Public Servant
Ignore adversity. If it were possible for a horse to have a motivational motto, this might be Beanie’s choice. Despite a life fraught with challenges, the mare has stood tall, both literally and figuratively, and many people have reaped the rewards
Cold Weather Nutrition
Cold and inclement weather conditions present special challenges for the horse. Whether a horse is turned out or exercised regularly, you need to focus on his nutritional requirements. Horses are naturally well-adapted to thrive in frigid weather
‘Loved’ to Death?
We must do the best we can to create an environment where our horses can thrive physically and mentally.
Horses weren’t designed to be “apartment dwellers,” said a horseman friend
Pawing Problem
Is there a humane method for breaking my 4-year-old Missouri Fox Trotter mare from pawing?
Becoming a Behaviorist
Veterinarians and nonveterinarians can pursue this growing field.
What does it require to pursue a career as an animal behavioral consultant? I’ve heard the question a number of times.
Working With a Nutritionist
Using a qualified equine nutritionist can help you manage your horses to live and work better.
Tips to Predicting a Foal’s Arrival
Familiarity with the foaling process and your mare is crucial to predicting birth, but you also can employ sensors, alarms, and video monitoring systems.
Ileus: When the Gut Stops
Ileus is one of the leading postoperative causes of death in horses.
Emergency C-Section
With the right care, mare and foal can survive this critical event.
The first step in the decision to do a Caesarean section is that all other forms of help have been exhausted. Often,
Seasonal Tack Touch-Ups
The days will soon begin to get longer and the riding bug will start to bite–it’s almost time to dust off your saddle and deep clean your furry beast of a horse. But will
Genetic Test for “Sow Mouth”?
Is there a genetic test to find out if my horse’s “sow mouth” is hereditary or a growth problem?
