Latest News – The Horse
Flooding Forces Equine Evacuations in Indiana
Rescuers moved more than a dozen horses away from rising flood waters that inundated farms and ranches in Northwest Indiana.
What to Expect During Foaling
University of Pennsylvania’s Dr. Michelle Linton describes the how a normal foaling should progress.
UGA Unveils Free Resources for Horse Owners
iBook topics include equine tarsal abnormalities, nasogastric intubation and upper airway endoscopy, cerebrospinal fluid collection, and more.
UHC Offers New Nonprofit Membership
The UHC said organizations should advocate for “Owning Responsibly,” strive to provide collaborative partnerships, and be a registered 501(c)(3).
UKVDL Map of the Month: Nocardioform Placentitis Abortions
Nocardioform placentitis affects late-gestation mares, causing abortion, stillbirth, or foals born alive but compromised.
Managing the ‘Creaky’ Performance Horse
Seasoned sport horses often need a little extra TLC to continue performing well into middle age.
Preparing for a Winter Foaling
Do you have a foal due during the cold months? Dr. Michelle Linton offers tips on how to prepare.
Horses With PPID Needed for Research Projects
Dr. Amanda Adams is seeking donations of horses with PPID for her research at the University of Kentucky.
Time-Saving Feeding Tips for Horse Owners
Here are a few ways to make feeding time more efficient without sacrificing your horse’s dietary balance.
Equestrian Industry Ponders Recent Harassment Issues
Members of the U.S. equestrian community offer thoughts on whether the industry are vulnerable to harassment charges and what can be done to prevent harassment from occurring.
EHM Confirmed at Los Alamitos Race Course
A 10-year-old pony horse at the Cypress, California, track was euthanized after displaying severe neurologic signs of disease.
A Closer Look at Racehorse Welfare
A look at racing ethics could help researchers and industry members acknowledge rightful concerns from a well-meaning public, help resolve misconceptions, and contribute to better equine welfare.
AHCF to Hold Reception With Congressional Horse Caucus
The American Horse Council Foundation will announce the Economic Impact Study results at the event.
Rear Hoof Imbalance and Lameness
Instead of causing foot pain directly, rear hoof imbalances seem to cause more problems higher up the leg—to the hocks, stifles, glutes, and sacroiliac joint, one vet says.
How to Prevent Mud
Find out how to keep mud from becoming a mess on your horse farm.
Detecting Soft-Tissue Injuries in the Hoof: Ultrasound vs. MRI
Ultrasound is a useful screening tool for assessing some deep digital flexor tendon lesions, but it could cause veterinarians to underestimate navicular bursa and collateral sesamoidean ligament lesions.
