Latest News – The Horse
It’s All in the Genes: Horse Traits and Heritability
Scientists are continuing to uncover which genes are responsible for certain traits in horses.
Study: In Horse Breeding, Equine Opposites Attract
A mare’s attraction to a stallion—specifically, to his body odors, or “MHC”—affects pregnancy success rates. And, researchers found, mares appear to prefer stallions with MHCs that differ from their own.
Farm Tour: A Financially Feasible Horse Facility
This carefully designed dressage boarding barn is chore-efficient and tidy. The details draw clients, save time, and help protect the environment.
No Charges Filed in Corolla Wild Horse Death
A driver was traveling on a beach when several Corolla horses ran from the dunes toward the water. One of the horses made contact with vehicle and died at the scene.
The Ileocecal Junction’s Role in Equine Colic
While either the small or large intestines are usually the focus of colic discussions, the junction of the small intestine and cecum at the start of the large intestine—the ileocecal junction—also deserves mention.
Maryland Woman Charged in Horse Seizure Case
A Maryland woman has been indicted on multiple animal cruelty counts in connection with the removal of more than 90 horses from her Wicomico County property.
Horses Displaced by Colorado Wildfire
The 416 wildfire began burning on June 1 in La Plata County. By June 8 the fire had torched more than 5,000 acres.
KHC Releases Fall 2018 Equine Scholarship Application
Scholarship applications will be accepted until July 15 and winners will receive awards on Aug. 15.
BLM Seeking Comment on Little Bookcliffs Herd Management Area
The Little Bookcliffs HMA covers more than 36,000 acres, and the BLM manages the area for an appropriate management level of between 90 and 150 wild horses.
How Seasonal Stresses Impact Przewalski’s Horses
By understanding these natural seasonal stress patterns, scientists are better equipped to continue preserving this endangered species, researchers said.
Justify Completes Historic Triple Crown Sweep
Undefeated Justify completed his history-making conquest of the Triple Crown in Saturday’s Grade I Belmont Stakes. He is the 13th horse to complete the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, and Belmont sweep.
Scientists Monitor Jumpers’ Heart Rates During Competition
Researchers tested a technique to log heart rate and speed data from each horse in an attempt to monitor, step-by-step, the horse’s physical response to jumping during training, competition, and recovery.
House Approves Funding for Equine-Assisted Therapy for Veterans
The Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act of 2018 included an amendment to increase Veterans Affairs’ Adaptive Sports Grant Program funding equine-assisted therapy.
Massachusetts Owners Advised to Vaccinate Horses
Officials say “spring shots” can help protect horses from mosquito-borne diseases like West Nile virus and Eastern equine encephalitis virus.
Australian Vets Say Now is the Time to Vaccinate Horses Against Hendra
Although Hendra virus—which has only been diagnosed in Australia thus far—can strike at any time, traditionally there are more cases during the winter months, which have arrived in Australia.
BLM Proposes Two Wild Horse Gathers in Colorado
The BLM is seeking public comment on two potential wild horse gathers this summer or fall to help maintain healthy wild horse populations on healthy lands in Northwest Colorado.
