Latest News – The Horse
Calgary Thoroughbred Track Closing
In an article by Billy Powers on the Calgary Sun Web site, the writer lamented that today (June 15) might be the last day for Thoroughbred racing Stampede Park in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
“When they finish the eighth race on today’s
Jockey Paralyzed From Waist Down
Jockey Andrew Lakeman is paralyzed from the waist down following a spill during a race at Belmont Park Thoroughbred racetrack last month, the Daily Racing Form reported.
The 32-year-old Lakeman was told by doctors at North Shore
Ohio Horse Death Prompts Better Fair Accommodations
In an article from Ohio’s Chronicle-Telegram, writer Lisa Robertson reported that the death last year of an 8-year-old horse named Gypsy, owned by an 11-year-old 4-H member, prompted Lorain County Fair executives to decided to build new
Oklahoma Horse Thefts Have Owners Worried
There is growing concern regarding stolen and missing horses in the state of Oklahoma, specifically Oklahoma County. Stolen Horse International, aka NetPosse, has processed several reports that seem to be more than coincidence. While NetPosse
Foot X Rays: A Crystal Ball?
When you look at a radiograph (X ray) of a horse’s foot, do you visualize soft tissues, or do you only see bones? If there’s one thing Ric Redden, DVM, founder of the International Equine Podiatry Center in Versailles, Ky., consistently teaches,
Circus Zebras, Horses on Parade in Colo.
The circus came to town Friday, but a few wayward animals put on their own show.
Four zebras and three horses from the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus took an unscheduled run on a road just outside Colorado Spring’s World
West Nile Virus Detected in Idaho
West Nile virus (WNV) has been found in mosquitoes in southwest Idaho, the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare reported.
Mosquitoes in Gem County tested positive for the virus June 8. It is the first time this year the virus has been
Racing Celebs to Raise Money for Backside Education
Derby winning jockey Calvin Borel and trainer Carl Nafzger are among the celebrity bartenders who will take part in a fundraising event supporting the Backside Learning Center and the Race for Education to be held at the Kentucky Derby Museum
Street Cry Not Shuttling
Sheikh Mohammed’s Darley Australia has announced that Street Cry, sire of Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) winner Street Sense, would not return for a fifth season to Australia.
“We would like to assure breeders that this
Oregon Teen Accused of Sexually Abusing Horse
A Corvallis, Ore., teenager was arrested after a surveillance camera captured him preparing to sexually abuse a horse inside a barn, police said.
The owners of the barn installed the camera after reporting an assault on the horse last
Poster for Parasite Control
I have to admit that I slept in a little bit this morning after last night’s long colic escapade. The colicking horse from last night
Final TV Ratings for Belmont Slide 12%
Final national ratings for ABC’s telecast of the June 9 Belmont Stakes from New York showed a 12% percent decline in viewership from 2006. The two-hour program, which aired from 5-7 p.m. EDT, registered a 2.9 rating and an 8 share. Each rating poin
Genetics of Speed: U.K.’s Royal Veterinary College Investigating Racehorse Eclipse
Scientists from the U.K.’s Royal Veterinary College and the University of Cambridge are researching what made the undefeated 18th Century horse, Eclipse, such a great champion. The genetics research is giving insights into the origins of the
American Farrier’s Executive Committee Face to Face Termed a Success
The American Farrier’s Association’s (AFA) first effort to reach out to its members proved a worthwhile success in Music City last week. “This will prove to be a turning point for the entire AFA,” said Dave Ferguson, CJF, TE. “I think our
BLM: Reduced Fee for Second Horse at Wisconsin Adoption
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) invites you to head out to the Mequon Holding Facility in Mequon, Wisc., on June 30, to take home a horse or burro from America’s public range lands.
Adopters can now get another horse for $25 through
Quarter Horse Hall of Fame and Museum Now Open
The American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame and Museum celebrated its historic grand reopening Saturday, June 9, with record attendance and activities planned for people of all ages. More than 2,100 people toured the museum on opening day in
