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Cohesive Rules for Racehorse Steroids Sought
The head of a major horsemen’s group in the United States has proposed a national approach for regulation of anabolic steroids in racehorses with an implementation date of Jan. 1, 2009.
Roughly 10 jurisdictions around the country are preparing
Test Suggests Ubiquitous Herpesvirus Strains Play Role in Abortion
Researchers from France have determined equine herpesvirus (EHV)-2 and -5 might play a small role in equine abortion. They used a sensitive and rapid polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test–one that can identify sections of viral DNA–in their
BEVA 2007: Students Win Clinical Research Awards at BEVA
Each year at the British Equine Veterinary Association Congress (BEVA), the organization awards prizes to top student presentations in the clinical research portion of the program. The 2007 award winners? talks were both rooted in orthopedics,
Face Flies Linked to Sarcoid Spread?
A U.K. veterinarian has possibly linked common face flies to the spread of sarcoids, one of the most commonly encountered equine neoplasias (tumors), and it is conceivable that the risk of spreading sarcoids could be minimized through horse
New Targets for Sarcoid Therapy
Ask a roomful of horse people if they’ve ever seen a sarcoid, and you’ll probably see a bunch of hands rise, and many knowing nods or eyerolls of owners who have dealt with these frustrating, usually benign tumors. Sarcoids are the most common
Olympic Organizers Confident Hong Kong Weather will not Endanger Horses
Olympic organizers do not expect other equestrian teams to follow the lead of Switzerland by pulling out of events at this year’s Games due to Hong Kong’s heat and humidity.
The Swiss team said Wednesday that it would not take part in the
Racing Association Joins Unwanted Horse Coalition
The Oak Tree Racing Association of Arcadia, Calif., has become the newest member organization to join the Unwanted Horse Coalition.
“Oak Tree Racing is another wonderful addition to our already distinguished list of members,” said Tom
Special Report: Botulism in Horses
Learn more about botulism, a deadly toxin that strikes swiftly but can easily be prevented.
Queensland Easing Some Equine Movement Restrictions
Queensland biosecurity officials will now allow some equine movement within equine influenza infection zones, as the state’s efforts to eradicate the virus are weighed against the impact of movement bans on the equine industry.
Some movemen
Charleston Carriage Horse Bolts, Crashes; 6 Injured
A carriage hauling more than a dozen tourists through the historic section of Charleston, S.C., crashed after a horse pulling it slipped its bridle and ran, police said.
Six of the 13 tourists thrown to the ground were treated for minor
Blood-Horse Launches Stallion Tour Video Library
Blood-Horse Publications has announced the launch of its Blood-Horse New Stallions Tour, a specialized online video library available on BloodHorse.com and
Texas A&M Vet School Hosting Equine Program for 4-H, Pony Club Youth
The Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and the Department of Animal Science, will host “Aggie Day” Jan. 12 to educate youngsters on equine science and horsemanship through lectures, demonstrations, discussion panels, and hands-on activities.
“Aggie Day” encompasses 26 equine education stations, and includes topics such as internal parasites,
Rescue Operator Seeks Hearing to Retain Custody of Seized Horses
An attorney for a Colorado woman whose horses were seized by Larimer County authorities is seeking a bond hearing to recover custody of the animals.
The seizure took place on Dec. 29 when Larimer County Sheriff Jim Alderden ordered the
Racing Officials, Legislators Discuss Racehorse Steroids
An impending Congressional hearing on steroid use in Major League Baseball–and the possibility the inquiry could expand to other sports–has led the Thoroughbred racing industry to take preemptive action on Capitol Hill.
Swiss Dressage Team Opts Out of Beijing Games; Humidity, Travel Stress Cited
Switzerland’s dressage team will not take part at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
The move follows the withdrawal of the team’s top rider, Silvia Ikle, who doesn’t want to expose her horse to travel-related stress and the humid conditions in Hon
Kentucky Horse Park Honored for Contributions to Thoroughbred Racing
The Kentucky Horse Park, an educational theme park, equine competition facility, and home of the great racehorse John Henry for 23 years, has been honored with the 2007 Special Eclipse Award.
The Special Eclipse Award, which is presented by
