Latest News – The Horse

Some Endurance Horses Lacking in Lameness Care, Study Shows
Lameness was the most common issue ride vets found, but 48% of affected horses had no further vet exams or treatment.

EVA Prevalence in Spanish Horses
Blood samples revealed a 21% positive rate in breeding stallions compared to 6.7% in sport horses.

Nevada Terminates Virginia Herd Management Agreement
Previously the state worked with the American Wild Horse Preservation Campaign to manage the herd of estray horses.

Animal Health Officials, Vets Tour Conghua Training Centre
The Hong Kong Jockey Club’s Conghua Training Centre, on the Chinese mainland, is slated to open in 2018.

Study: Mares, Foals Can Benefit From Blue-Light Masks
Among other results, scientists found that foals born to light-therapy mares were more mature at birth and grew faster.

What Should I Do if My Horse Was Exposed to Disease?
A veterinarian offers advice the steps to take if your horse could have been exposed to an infectious disease.

Precious Cargo: Steps for a Safer Horse-Hauling Experience
From annual safety inspections to cautious driving, you can help make your horses’ journey safer.

BEVA Trust Wins BHS Welfare Award
The BEVA Trust allows veterinarians to volunteer for projects that enhance equine welfare both locally and globally.

Hong Kong, China Establish Equine Disease-Free Zone
The only equine disease-free zone on the Chinese mainland paves the way for a new Thoroughbred training center.

Navicular Disease: Early Intervention and Long-Term Care
Learn about diagnosis and management of navicular horses.
Peaceable Farm Operator Pleads Guilty to Embezzlement
Anne Williams, who operated a horse rescue in Virginia, pleaded guilty to embezzling funds donated to help the horses.
Ontario Equestrian Donates to Equine Research
With the donation Equine Guelph researchers will study gut health and colic prevention.

Finding Balance Amid the Day-to-Day Rigors of Vet Practice
Nigel Marsh shares advice for veterinarians on achieving the often-elusive balance between careers and personal lives.
FEI Issues Decision in Endurance Prohibited Substance Cases
The federation also announced a new prohibited substance case involving another endurance horse and rider.

Researchers Harvest Uterine Stem Cells From Horses
Laboratory results show the stem cells can differentiate into fat, bone, cartilage, and muscle tissue.

Poll Recap: Groundwork Practice
Of the 452 respondents, 367 (81%) said groundwork is a regular part of their routine with their horses.