Latest News – The Horse
Welcome Swallows Back to Your Horse Property!
March and April mark the return of these little birds that play a big role in horse-property insect control.
Behind the Scenes With Blood Donor Horses
Learn how these “heroes” of the equine veterinary industry step up to save other horses’ lives.
Regulatory Vet CE Conference Approved for RACE Credits
Presenters will speak on pre-race examinations, on-track protocols, test barn best practices, technology resources, biosecurity, and more.
A Closer Look at the AHC Foundation 2017 Economic Impact Study
The equine competition, racing, and recreation sectors are the primary economic drivers, but the working horse sector also contributes.
Ochoco National Forest: Give Wild Horses Space During Foaling Season
Horses have moved down to lower elevations and many mares will be foaling through June, officials say.
Do Horses Respond Emotionally to Positive or Negative Whinnies?
While the horses recognize positive from negative emotions in whinnies, they might not become positively or negatively emotional as a result.
The Latest on Supporting-Limb Laminitis
Since Barbaro’s death due to supporting-limb laminitis more than a decade ago, researchers have made great strides in understanding it, why it develops, how to treat it, and more.
Feds Announce New ELD Waiver
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced additional steps to address the unique needs of the country’s agriculture industries, including the horse industry.
Colic: Better Treatment Options, Better Outcomes
Thanks to advancements in colic diagnostics and treatment, a horse’s chances of survival and return to normal activity following surgery have never been better.
Wyoming Confirms First Equine Rabies Case of 2018
The affected horse was from Cheyenne, Wyoming.
Clear and Present Danger: Reduce Your Horse’s Disease Risk
Use this four-step plan to keep equine infectious diseases in check.
National Wild Horse, Burro Board to Meet March 27-28
The board will discuss the challenge of wild horse and burro management on public lands and how a growing population is impacting the environment.
Police Investigate Horse’s Appearance at Miami Beach Nightclub
A bikini-clad woman rode a white horse into the Mokai Lounge, in Miami Beach, on March 8.
Overcoming Three Embryo Transfer Obstacles
A reproductive specialist describes techniques to help clinicians overcome common challenges in embryo recovery and recipient mare management.
Bettor Sues Standardbred Trainer Over Alleged Doping
Jeffrey Tretter alleges that the gelding Tag Up and Go received a banned performance-enhancing substance which caused him to win unexpectedly.
Kentucky EHV: Two Thoroughbred Center Barns Released From Quarantine
Barns 3 and 30 were released from quarantine after all horses tested negative. Barn 7 remains under quarantine.
