Latest News – The Horse
Study: Parasite Causes Reversible Blindness in Horses
Scientists recently reported on cases of parasitic worms living in Korean horses’ eyes, triggering immune responses that lead to a cloudy cornea and ultimately total–but reversible– blindness.
University of Maryland Thoroughbred Breeding Program on Hiatus
The University of Maryland Thoroughbred breeding program will be suspended until a more sustainable funding model can be identified.
Commentary: 2019 WEVA Congress in the Works
The World Equine Veterinary Association (WEVA) is busy preparing for its next biannual Congress, taking place Oct. 3-5, 2019, in Verona, Italy.
First Cardiac Ablation in a Horse Successful
Belgian veterinarians have successfully completed the first cardiac ablation—a procedure used to correct irregular heartbeats—performed in a horse. Diamant, a 5-year-old Norwegian show jumper, came through the four-hour operation with no difficulties.
How a Percheron Mare Turned Me Into a Researcher
Dr. Audrey DeClue describes how treating a six-months-pregnant Percheron mare would dramatically change the course of her life and career.
Five Accused in Louisiana Horse Thefts
Two adults and three juveniles are facing multiple felony charges in connection with the theft of six horses from a livestock market in St. Landry Parish, Louisiana.
Muddy Creek Wild Horse Gather Beginning Soon in Utah
The BLM said continued drought conditions and an overpopulation of wild horses has prompted the gather.
WNV in New York Horses: Two New Cases Reported
Both horses–one from Cattaraugus County and one from Genesee County–were euthanized.
WNV in Ohio Horses: Three Additional Cases Confirmed
Animal health officials have confirmed cases in Ashtabula, Champaign, and Geauga counties. Two horses are recovering and one was euthanized.
From Incident to Outbreak: Managing Equine Infectious Disease
Proper planning can help prevent a disease episode on your farm from becoming a full-blown outbreak.
Filly Born Into Corolla Herd
The filly’s birth comes after five herd members, including another foal, died in the past several months.
Horses and Natural Disasters: 20 Planning Questions to Ask
Community disaster planning begins at home and in neighborhoods, and with understanding your farm.
Injured Horse Found Wandering in Oregon Mountains
An injured horse is receiving veterinary care after being found wandering in an Oregon wilderness area.
Judge Halts Pryor Mountain Wild Horse Gather
Judge Susan P. Watters issued a temporary restraining order preventing the BLM from gathering horses on grounds that a removal action could result in loss of genetic diversity in the herd.
Firefighters Rescue Stolen Colorado Horse
A horse is unharmed and back with his owner after being rescued from a stolen overturned trailer in Colorado.
Study: 74% of Australians Disapprove of Whipping Racehorses
Overall, men were more likely than women to approve of whipping during a race, and lower-income populations were more likely to refuse to bet on races if authorities banned whipping, Australian survey results revealed.
