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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
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
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
Treating Stifle Injuries
A panel of three veterinarians addressed the topic of stifle treatment at the Western Performance Horse Forum.
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
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
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.
Funds for KHRA, Drug Testing Hang in the Balance
The Kentucky horse racing industry and some state lawmakers are rallying around legislation that would spare racetracks the cost of drug testing and provide millions of dollars a year to fund the Kentucky Horse Racing Authority.
The bill
Farriers, Veterinarians Inducted To Halls of Fame
The International Horseshoeing Hall Of Fame and the International Equine Veterinarians Hall of Fame saluted six new members during induction ceremonies at the recent 2007 International Hoof-Care Summit
Fjord Horse Registry Offering Registration Amnesty
The Norwegian Fjord Horse Registry announces a registration amnesty period from April 1, 2007 to May 31, 2007. During this period, Fjord Horse owners will be able to register their horses at reduced fees.
“There appears to be a large number
Spring Ahead: Horse Management Strategies for a New Season
Houses get a spring cleaning, cars gets a spring tune-up … why shouldn’t horses receive the same extra attention when the weather turns warm and their duties change?
Schedule spring visits from your veterinarian, farrier, dentist and loca
EU Takes Greece to Court for ‘Below Par’ Animal Welfare
The European Commission took Greece to court today (March 21), saying animal welfare standards in the country were still marked by persistent shortcomings.
It said Athens has not put in place European Union rules that set a minimum standard
NYPD Mounted Unit Gets New Home
A year ago, Troop B of the New York Police Department’s Mounted Unit faced eviction to make way for a park expansion along the Hudson River, and officials worried where they and their horses would end up.
On Tuesday, those worries ended whe
Ravel Off Triple Crown Trail with Injury
Trainer Todd Pletcher lost one of the many bullets in his Triple Crown assault weapon when Sham Stakes winner Ravel was found to have a possible fracture in his left front cannon bone.
Owned in partnership by Michael Tabor and Derrick
Barbaro Documentary by HBO Sports to Air in June
HBO Sports has begun production on a documentary that explores the triumph and tragedy of Barbaro. It will air June 6, three days before the Belmont Stakes (gr. I), at 10 p.m. Eastern and Pacific time.
Tracing the colt?s significant
Measuring a Horse’s Need for Physical Contact
Horses need physical contact just like we do. The question is which form of physical contact they prefer.
Looking at each other is not enough. For horses, sniffing, nuzzling, and rubbing are also needed. Research at the Faculty of
