Latest News – The Horse

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.

EHV Confirmed in Connecticut Horse
Tests are pending on three additional horses. The horses were vaccinated and are recovering.

Swimming Can Improve Horse Glucose, Insulin Levels
Low-intensity swimming could help maintain glucose and insulin levels without putting excess strain on horses’ limbs.

Two EHV Cases Confirmed in Illinois
The index facility in Champaign County has been quarantined after the two EHV-positive horses were euthanized.

Do Horses in Mild Climates Need Extra Care During Winter?
Not everyone sees snow fly during the winter months, but horses still have seasonal needs that must be met.
Time to Ride Contest Rewards Top Marketing Strategies
This written-entry contest rewards Time to Ride Challenge contestants for innovative and effective outreach strategies.

Could Horse Breed Predict Colic Risk?
Researchers have determined that that some gastrointestinal lesions are more common in certain types of horses.