Latest News – The Horse
Queensland Parliament Seeking Opinions on Hendra Vaccine
Officials are asking for thoughts on Hendra virus and use of the available equine vaccine in Australia.
BLM Seeks Experienced Horse Trainers to for Pilot Program
The BLM is seeking experienced individuals to help train wild horses and place them into good homes.
Good Survival Rates After Uterine Tear Repair
Eighty-one percent of mares survived with treatment and 77% of mares bred the subsequent year carried a foal to term.
Eastern Tent Caterpillar Egg Hatch Underway in Kentucky
Eastern tent caterpillar consumption can cause late-term foal losses, early- and late-term fetal losses, and weak foals.
Study: Some Mares Find Rectal Ultrasounds Stressful
Nonlactating Thoroughbred mares perceived transrectal ultrasound exams as modest temporary stressors.
Barn Air Quality Affects Horses’ Breathing
Learn how to make changes around the barn to reduce horses’ likelihood of developing respiratory disease.
Jockey Club Grants for Out-of-Competition Testing Available
Racetracks in California, Florida, Kentucky, New York, and Ontario have participated since the program began in 2014.
EHV-1 Reported in Saskatchewan, Canada
A boarding barn is voluntarily quarantined and the affected horse is isolated and receiving supportive care.
‘Breeding Bonny’ Could Help Students With Reproductive Exams
Researchers recently tested an equine gynecological exam simulator for its suitability in veterinary training programs.
Florida Fire Claims Standardbred Horses
A dozen horses are dead and 11 more are recovering after fire destroyed their barn at South Florida Trotting Center.
Conditions Helped by Hay Soaking
Research shows that soaking hay before feeding can help a variety of equine health conditions. Here’s a look at some of the most common.
USA Equestrian Trust Opens Grant Program for Nonprofits
The trust is now accepting proposals from IRS-registered equine nonprofit organizations for its 2016 grants program.
BLM Seeking Bids for Off-Range Wild Horse Care Facilities
The BLM is seeking proposals from those who can care for a minimum of 200 horses in a free-roaming pasture setting.
Payson Park Training Center Released from Quarantine
The quarantine was put in place in late February after a horse residing there tested positive for equine herpesvirus-1.
Working Equids’ Influence on Human Health, Livelihood
Researchers recently confirmed that in poor and rural communities, equid health is intrinsically linked to human health.
Foundation Commits $1.16 Million to Equine Research
Research topics include EHV-1 latency, foal pneumonia, training and surface factors in preventing injury, and more.
