Latest News – The Horse

AAEP 2016 Trade Show Spotlight: Platinum Performance
Rick Roncka of Platinum Performance highlights products developed to support weight gain, joint health, and reproduction.

New Test Barn, Chain of Custody Recommendations Released
The recommendations from the RMTC and NTRA are designed to encourage the use of best practices at racetracks.

California EHV-1: New Cases Confirmed in Inyo County
Inyo County’s case total has risen to three, while just one horse remains isolated in the Los Angeles County outbreak.

Wednesday’s Top Tweets from the 2016 AAEP Convention
Top tweets and take-homes from sessions on PSSM, laminitis studies, equine tongue tumors, and more!

AAEP 2016 Trade Show Spotlight: Dechra Veterinary Products
Learn about Dechra, along with Osphos and the company’s other equine products, from Marketing Director Roger Presnall.
AAEP 2016 Trade Show Spotlight: Triple Crown Nutrition
Triple Crown makes fixed formula horse feeds. The company promoted its Naturals line of GMO-free feeds at AAEP this year.

AAEP 2016 Trade Show Spotlight: Vetoquinol
Vetoquinol, the maker of Zylkene calming supplement, launched Flexadin UCII at AAEP this year.

Hot Topics in Hoof Care, Part 4: The Abnormal Horse Hoof
Hoof care experts discuss common equine foot issues, including club feet, underrun heels, and mismatched feet.

Spooky Objects: To Dwell or Not to Dwell
Should you let a horse dwell on a spooky object?

Influenza Challenges
Influenza continues to represent a serious infectious disease threat to humans and animals alike.
Applications Open for 2017 Thoroughbred Makeover
The event will take place Oct. 5-8, 2017, at the Kentucky Horse Park.
Authorities Say No Wounded Horses Roaming Wildfire Region
Tennessee authorities said investigations have revealed no evidence to support such claims made on social media.

Tuesday’s Top Tweets from the 2016 AAEP Convention
Tweets and take-homes from sessions on lameness, rehabilitation, equine back issues, and more!
Former AHC President Receives AAEP George Stubbs Award
Jay Hickey was recognized for his contributions to the equine industry and support of equine health and welfare.
AAEP Lavin Cup Awarded to Michael Blowen
Michael Blowen is an advocate of racehorse aftercare and founder of Old Friends Thoroughbred retirement center.
Six New Vets Receive AAEP Foundation Scholarships
Six veterinary graduates of 2016 committed to careers in equine medicine received $4,000 scholarships.



