Latest News – The Horse
Kentucky Agriculture Officials to Study Equine Welfare Laws
Officials will explore ways it can help counties expedite how they carry out equine cruelty investigations.
Hyperinsulinemia in Horses: What to Watch For
Researchers identified several disease predictors, including advancing age, laminitis, and a cresty neck, among others.
Knowing When to Retire an Arthritic Horse
Dr. Dave Frisbie of Colorado State University shares his thoughts on retiring horses due to arthritis.
California Confirms Second Equine WNV Case for 2016
The unvaccinated filly from Sacramento County is recovering.
Florida Confirms New EEE Case in Washington County Horse
The adult pony, which had no known vaccine history and no recent travel history, was euthanized July 9.
Lightning Strike Kills Horse at North Carolina Trailhead
A lightning strike is being blamed for death of a horse tied to a trailer at a popular trail riding destination.
Investigation to Prosecution: Making an Equine Cruelty Case
Proving a case is legitimate, then levying charges and prosecuting those responsible, takes time and cooperation.
Vale District BLM Postpones Wild Horse Gather
The Oregon gather was expected to start on July 26, but has been postponed to a tentative date of Aug. 23.
Hearing on BLM Helicopter, Motor Vehicle Use Scheduled
The BLM Wyoming will host its annual statewide hearing on Aug. 4 in Rock Springs.
Equestrian Sport Gallops Into the Rio Limelight
The Olympic dressage, eventing, and jumping competitions will feature 200 horses and riders from 43 countries.
A Look at Serum-Based Proteins for Horses
Researchers are evaluating the impact of these proteins in combating performance-induced physiologic stress in horses.
Apparently Abandoned Horse Found in Arizona
The horse was transported to a veterinary facility to receive rehabilitative care.
Wise Dan to Receive Inaugural Rood & Riddle Comeback Award
The award is given to an equine athlete who overcame a major health complication and returned to elite competition.
Joint Supplements and Equine Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is a common cause of lameness. Could a joint supplement help affected horses? Maybe, says one researcher.
How Behaviorists Help Vets Diagnose Horse Health Problems
Behaviorist Dr. Sue McDonnell, of University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine’s New Bolton Center, explains how behaviorists and vets can work together to identify the source of a horse’s pain and disease.
August KENA Meeting to Focus on Horse Buying
Woodrow Friend, DVM; Melissa Moore; and Laura D’Angelo will discuss what buyers should consider when purchasing a horse.
