Latest News – The Horse

What Does a ‘Free’ Horse Cost? Part 1
Here’s what you need to know before acquiring a free (or nearly free) horse.

How to Choose a Horse Blanket
Get some tips on choosing the right blanket for your horse with Karmen Mills of Around the Bend Farm in Newcastle, Calif.
2017 AAEP Trade Show Spotlight: Evolve Biosystems
Evolve Biosystems CEO Tim Brown gives an overview of GlycoGuard, which supports digestive health in newborn foals.
2017 AAEP Trade Show Spotlight: Abaxis Global Diagnostics
Abaxis Area Sales Manager Jeremy Stevens introduces the company’s products and initiatives in the equine industry.

Hundreds of Horses Removed From California Fire Zone
Some horses were evacuated to the Ventura County Fairgrounds while others are staying at private facilities.

BLM Seeks Input on Nevada Wild Horse Gather Plan
The BLM is proposing to gather and remove wild horses in and outside Caliente Herd Area Complex boundaries.
2017 AAEP Trade Show Spotlight: Platinum Performance
Rick Roncka with Platinum Performance shares the company’s focus and products for the new year.

Sacrifice Areas on Horse Farms
Horses for Clean Water’s Alayne Blickle explains what a sacrifice area is and how it helps in pasture management.

Poll Recap: Eye Matters
Of the 236 respondents, only 87 (33%) said their horses have an annual eye exam by a veterinarian.

Research on Pain Scoring System for Ridden Horses Continues
This part of the study details behavioral pain markers, including head tossing, unwillingness to go forwards, and more.
2018 Resort Symposium Focuses on Practical Critical Care
The AAEP’s 20th Annual Resort Symposium will take place Jan. 29-31, 2018, on the island of Maui.
2017 AAEP Trade Show Spotlight: Vetline
Vetline makes Xxtera for sarcoid treatment and other equine health care products. Teresa Larson explains.
2017 AAEP Trade Show Spotlight: Dechra Veterinary Products
Dr. Torri Maxwell introduces Dechra Veterinary Products and its portfolio of equine products, including Osphos.
2017 AAEP Trade Show Spotlight: Bimeda Inc.
Emmanuelle Lemaire-Galliot, Bimeda Inc. marketing manager, shares information about the company’s equine portfolio.
2017 Agriculture Census Gets Underway
Conducted once every five years, the census aims to get a complete and accurate picture of American agriculture.

2017 AAEP Trade Show Spotlight: Kentucky Performance Products
Delia Nash introduces Kentucky Performance Products’ line of nutritional products for horses.