Latest News – The Horse
Diagnosing and Treating Neck and Back Pain in Horses
Identifying and fixing neck and back pain can be, well, a pain in the neck. Here’s how vets work through the issues.
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‘Must Haves’ for Your New Horse
Erin Denney-Jones, DVM, and nutritionist Clair Thunes, PhD, weigh in about what you need before getting a new horse.
Horses Rescued From Texas Flood Waters
A half-dozen horses were rescued from rising flood waters from the Brazos River.
FEI: Two Endurance Horses Teste Positive for Human EPO
The top two finishers at an event in Doha earlier this year have tested positive for human erythropoietin (EPO).
RMTC Forms Glaucine Task Force
Glaucine, thought to have bronchodilatory and anti-inflammatory properties, is found in the tulip poplar tree.
Florida Man Charged With Aggravated Animal Cruelty
Hector Manuel Febus Ojeda is facing charges connected to the maltreatment of one of his horses.
Charges in ‘Waterboarding’ Case Denied
A Mills County, Iowa, judge denied charges due to lack of probable cause.
2016 Time to Ride Challenge Kicks Off
Equine professionals are competing for $100,000 cash and prizes throughout the summer while growing their businesses.
NSW DPI Contributes to Hendra Virus Research Program
The department’s research has provided data on when environmental contamination might lead to equine infection.
12 Tips for Selling a Horse
Experts share their suggestions for marketing horses and ensuring a smooth and legal transaction.
‘Buy a Donkey a Drink’ Campaign to Help 11,500 Equids
Brooke USA hopes to provide water to thousands of working equids in Ethiopia.
NIFA Accepting Submissions for 2016 Research Grants
The National Institute of Food and Agriculture has funded nearly 300 equine projects through the 2015-16 fiscal year.
Identifying High-Risk Horse Pregnancies
University of Kentucky’s Dr. Barry Ball defines the high-risk pregnancy and its causes and offers management options. Learn about fescue toxicosis, umbilical torsion, premature placental separation, and more in this information-packed lecture.
Poll Recap: Horses Living with Livestock
Of the 362 respondents, 137 (38%) said they own or keep other types of livestock in addition to horses.
I Think My Horse Has Lyme Disease: Now What?
Dr. Amy Johnson of Penn Vet’s New Bolton Center offers advice on what to do (and not to do) if you suspect your horse has contracted Lyme disease.
