Latest News – The Horse
Why Do Horses Have to Learn Tasks on Both Sides?
Have you taught a horse a task on his left but had him be clueless about it on his right? Dr. Camie Heleski explains.
Dog Food Blamed for Assateague Pony Death
The mare reportedly consumed a large quantities dog food, which caused an impaction and deadly ruptured intestine.
Poll Recap: Beating the Heat in Horse Barns
Of the 630 respondents, 323 (51%) said they use fans to keep horse barns cool during the summer.
South Carolina Confirms First Equine EEE Case of 2017
The affected horse from Dillon County was not known to have been vaccinated and did not survive.
Wisconsin Reports First Equine WNV Case of 2017
The unvaccinated yearling Standardbred-cross gelding from Clark County was euthanized.
How Does Transport Impact Senior Horse Immune Function?
Decreased immune function following transport could take more than a month to return to normal, researchers found.
Do Horses Learn From Each Other?
Dr. Camie Heleski shares scientific information about how much horses might learn from watching each other.
Wildfire Near Yosemite Displace Horses
More than 100 horses were evacuated to several locations after fire destroyed their pastures and polluted the air.
Bug Off: Controlling Flies in Horse Barn
Take steps to limit fly populations this summer.
TCA Awards 2017 Grants
Seventy-one Thoroughbred industry-related nonprofits received grants totaling $462,139 in 2017.
Work-Life Balance Focus of 2017 AAEP Convention as Keynote
Nigel Marsh will explore how vets can balance their career, family, personal time, and productivity.
Taking Care of the Mature Pony Club Mount
Join us live from the United States Pony Club 2017 Festival and learn how to take care of your experienced Pony Club mount!
BLM Wyoming Holds Hearing on Vehicle Use In Horse Management
The public can share comments regarding helicopter and motorized vehicle use in wild horse management.
Dixon to Deliver Milne Lecture at 2017 AAEP Convention
Prof. Padraic M. Dixon will present “The Evolution of Horses and The Evolution of Equine Dentistry.”
Does Parade Participation Stress Horses?
On average, horses’ stress levels remained within the range observed during routine work and management.
Fetlock Injuries in Racehorses
Learn about the signs, diagnosis, and management of repetitive stress-related fetlock injuries in racehorses.
