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Derby Winner Genuine Risk Still Going Strong at 30
With the recent death of 1982 Kentucky Derby winner Gato Del Sol, Genuine Risk’s position as the oldest living Kentucky Derby winner takes on additional importance. That’s to be
Equine Flu in Australia Costs Millions
Human error was likely responsible for the spread of equine influenza which has hit two Australian states, curtailing horse racing and costing millions of dollars in lost jobs and revenue, Australia federal agriculture minister Peter McGauran
Equine Influenza: 500 Infected, 2,300 Suspected
The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries Minister Ian Macdonad stated there are 500 horses infected with equine influenza on 53 known infected properties across New South Wales as of Aug. 31. There are another 213 properties with
Equine Influenza Death; Queensland Positives Increase
Several news stories out of Australia indicate that the first horse has died of equine influenza in New South Wales. According to and article in Stuff.co.nz on Aug. 31, a horse
AHC to Host National Issues Forum in Kentucky
The American Horse Council (AHC) will host a National Issues Forum at the Keeneland Race Track in Lexington, Ky., on Nov. 2, 2007. The AHC National Issues Forum provides an excellent opportunity for all horse enthusiasts and industry
Anthrax Strikes Montana Cattle
Eight cows in Sheridan County, Mont., died from anthrax last week, and state livestock officials said more cases could follow.
The dead cows were
Horse Rehabbed by U.K. Welfare Group Medals at International Vaulting Event
A former police horse deemed unsuitable for duty has triumphed at a major international vaulting competition thanks to the dedication of equine welfare charity the International League for the Protection of Horses (ILPH) and his new borrower.
Montana to Host Wild Horse and Burro Sale Sept. 8
The Bureau of Land Management will hold a wild horse and burro auction in Livingston, Mont., on Sept. 8. About 52 untrained wild horses and burros from Nevada rangelands will be available through an oral bidding process.
The adoption will b
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Equine Influenza: Racing Suspended for Three Months
The Australian Spring Carnival in Sydney will not be held because of a virulent outbreak of equine influenza (EI), of which there are now eight confirmed cases in Thoroughbreds.
Racing will be suspended in New South Wales for at least
Equine Influenza Crisis; 141 Properties, More Than 2,000 Affected
On Aug. 30 in New South Wales, the news wasn’t good. According to a press release by Primary Industries Minister Ian Macdonald, a total of eight out of 10 Thoroughbreds from a stable at Randwick Racecourse have tested positive to equine
Equine Influenza Crisis Worsens
Franz Venhaus, Chief Executive Officer of the Equestrian Federation of Australia, issued the following update on Aug. 30.
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Equine Flu: Thoroughbred at Randwick Racecourse Tests Positive
The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries stated on Aug. 30 that a Thoroughbred tested positive for equine influenza at Randwich Racecourse. Initial tests at Elizabeth Macarthur Laboratories in Menagle have detected influenza type
Owner Relinquishes Horses in Tennessee Neglect Case
Derek Ulmer appeared in Marshall County, Tenn., General Sessions court Aug. 28. He agreed to relinquish his ownership rights to all 16 horses seized on August 4, 2007. Ulmer requested a preliminary hearing on both sets of charges. The May charge
Belmont Winner Rags To Riches’ Temperature Back to Normal
Trainer Todd Pletcher reported this morning that Rags to Riches, the first filly to win the Belmont Stakes in 102 years, has had her temperature drop to normal levels and will likely head back to the track at Saratoga Race Course Aug. 30.
Equine Dentists Challenge Texas Law
A showdown is looming in Texas between a group of equine dentists and the Texas State Board of Veterinary Examiners over who should be allowed to work on a horse’s teeth. The State Board fired the first shot in the exchange earlier this year by
