Latest News – The Horse
Impaction Colic: Risk Factors in Donkeys Pinpointed
While some of the differences between donkeys and their horse cousins are obvious, others take a little research to discover. Veterinary researchers from the University of Liverpool, U.K., performed a retrospective analysis on the rate and
Hong Kong Racing Officials Discover Tranquilizer Device
A supervisor at Hong Kong’s Happy Valley racetrack uncovered a device believed to be a tranquilizer gun embedded in the turf track, Reuters reported on MSNBC. A police officer sai
UGA College of Veterinary Medicine to Host Annual Open House
Teddy bear surgery, a dancing dog demonstration, and veterinary hospital tours are just some of the activities available to young and old alike at the Open House sponsored by students of the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine o
BHS Supporting Efforts to Eliminate Toxic Weed
The BHS is launching the first part of their 2007 Ragwort Awareness Campaign, urging all concerned parties to get pulling to prevent the spread of Ragwort.
They will once again be holding two Ragwort Awareness Weeks; April 2-8 and
Blue Grass Farms Chaplaincy Golf Fundraiser
The Blue Grass Farms Chaplaincy Inc. (BGFC) will hold its annual golf tournament scramble fundraiser on Monday, May 14, at The Golf Club of the Bluegrass near Lexington, Ky. There are openings for individuals and teams to play, sponsorship
AQHA Elects New Executive Committee, Welcomes New Member
The American Quarter Horse Association elected its 2007 Executive Committee on March 6 during the 2007 AQHA Convention in Houston. Frank Merrill of Purcell, Okla., took the reins as the Association’s president, and the committee welcomed ne
Kentucky Stallion Sahm Dead
Sahm, the sole male offspring from the great European mare Salsabil, was euthanized March 20 because of an ongoing intestinal disease. The 13-year-old son of Mr. Prospector stood at Sheikh Hamdan’s Shadwell Farm near Lexington.
Sahm race
Getting to Know Each Other
Watch any mare as she interacts with her foal, and you’ll see her nip and push and generally physically dominate the foal to put it
Special Report: Health News From the AAEP 2006 Convention
Get the latest research and health news from the American Association of Equine Practitioners 2006 Convention.
New AAEP Web Site Has More Health Resources for Vets and Owners
Guided by its mission to improve the health and welfare of the horse, the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) has relaunched its Web site, www.aaep.org, with new educational tools for veterinarians
RVs Available to Rent at Kentucky Spring Horse Shows
RV Sales of Broward, Fla., announced today (March 22) that it will have seasonal rentals available at the Kentucky Spring Horse Show Series from May 9-20, 2007.
RV Sales of Broward owner Gigi Stetler noted that she has had numerous
Treating Stifle Injuries
A panel of three veterinarians addressed the topic of stifle treatment at the Western Performance Horse Forum.
HSUS Files Notice of Intent to Sue Slaughter Facility Over Water Pollution
The Humane Society of the United States has filed a 60-day notice of intent to sue the Cavel International horse slaughterhouse in DeKalb, Ill., for repeatedly violating the federal Clean Water Act. Cavel is the only location in the United State
Queen to Attend Derby, Buckingham Palace Says
Queen Elizabeth II is bringing some real royalty to the sport of kings.
The queen and husband Prince Philip plan to attend the Kentucky Derby on May 5 at Churchill Downs, Buckingham Palace said Wednesday. The visit is part of a six-day
British Horse Society Proposes Measures to Boost Scottish Equine Industry
The British Horse Society has set out priorities to boost the Scottish equine industry.
Full cross-party support was given at the March 21 launch of an eight-page document detailing these recommendations. Members of the Scottish
Horse Heart Monitor Video Available Online
The video explains the health and fitness benefits of using a horse heart monitor for any horse or rider.
