Latest News – The Horse
Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital in Saratoga Expansion Complete
The full-service hospital is located about a mile from Saratoga Race Course.
2016-17 Penn Vet Lecture Schedule Released
Topics will include neurologic exams, lameness diagnosis, regenerative medicine, laminitis, dynamic endoscopy, and more.
Vesicular Stomatitis Foot Lesions
Vesicular stomatitis is known for causing severe mouth blisters, but did you know it can cause foot lesions as well? The USDA’s Dr. Angela Pelzel-McClusky explains.
Study Pans Equestrians’ Understanding of Learning Theory
Researchers found that while many riders think they understand learning theory and its applications, few really do.
Borell Pleads Not Guilty to Cruelty Charges
Chuck Borell, accused of maltreating more than 40 horses in Mercer County, Kentucky, has pleaded not guilty.
Sometimes the Kitchen Sink is Necessary
Stephanie and Uloa at the conclusion of the 1997 TREC World Championships. Many moons ago I had the opportunity to represent the United States in
Olympic Dressage Preview: Can Dujardin, Valegro Do It Again?
World record holders Charlotte Dujardin and Valegro (GBR) will face stiff competition in Rio.
Tennessee Horse Tests Positive for EEE
The affected horse from Madison County did not survive.
How Does a Slipping Saddle Impact Rider Biomechanics?
Saddle slip can negatively impact rider balance and equine locomotion, as well as rider biomechanics, researchers found.
Streptococcus Between Species
Can Streptococcus equi zooepidemicus be transferred from horses to people?
Minnesota Confirms First Equine WNV Case for 2016
The unvaccinated 1.5-year-old Friesian stallion has been unable to stand for a week and is receiving supportive care.
Poll Recap: Farm and Liability Insurance
Of the 325 respondents, 187 (58%) said they have a farm policy or extra liability insurance.
Stover Receives AVMA Lifetime Excellence in Research Award
Dr. Sue Stover’s research focuses on diagnosing, treating, and preventing musculoskeletal injuries in equine athletes.
Olympic Eventing Preview: Jung Could be Hard to Beat
Reigning Olympic champion Michael Jung (GER) and the rest of the field will kick off the competition on Aug. 6.
Two Horses Found Slaughtered in Florida
Investigators found the carcass of a gray Paso Fino on July 31 and the remains of a second horse on Aug. 1.
Are Equine Personality Traits Heritable?
Researchers studied personality trends in draft horses, Warmbloods, and draft-Warmblood-crosses to find out.
