Latest News – The Horse
Researchers Evaluate Tests to Detect Heart Damage
Scientists found that two blood tests were able to distinguish between healthy horses and those with myocardial disease.
Poll Recap: Readers Share Their Top Nutrition Sources
Of the 457 poll respondents, 139 (30%) said they go to their equine veterinarian first for nutritional information.
Hats Off Day Makes Donations to Local Organizations
The Kentucky Horse Park Foundation and Kentucky Equine Humane Center received donations from the annual celebration.
Unwanted Horse Coalition Launches New Website
Find information on the Operation Gelding program, feed and hay banks, accredited equine rescues, and more.
Veterinary Students Benefit from Zoetis Support Program
The program is returning for its eighth year and providing around $1.5 million in donations.
How to Manage Limb Lacerations in Horses
Knowing how and being prepared to triage serious wounds can help improve a patient’s likelihood for a good recovery.
NYSGC Proposes New Regulations in Wake of PETA Claims
Also, the NYGSC fined trainer Steve Asmussen $10,000 for administering thyroxine within 48 hours of racing.
First Phase of Ohio Cobalt Study Complete
Preliminary results suggest cobalt could have detrimental effects on a number of equine body systems.
Adelaide Researchers Investigating Acute Equine Disease
A mystery illness suddenly struck down 14 horses across South Australia last year, eight of them fatally.
BLM Utah to Host Hearing on Vehicles and Wild Horses
The hearing will focus on the use of motorized vehicles and aircraft in wild horse and burro management.
Do Current EMS Treatments Work?
Current treatment options can be successful but only with sufficient veterinary support and advice, researchers found.
2016 TCA Stallion Season Auction to be Held Jan. 4-9
In 2015, TCA granted over $515,000 to more than 67 Thoroughbred-related charities.
New Diagnostic Procedures to Detect XY Mares
The new procedures could make sterile mares with XY sex chromosomes easier and less expensive for breeders to detect.
BEVA Provides Information on Medicine for Horse Owners
BEVA has produced a range of tools aimed to educate both veterinarians and horse owners about antibiotic resistance.
Back Country Horsemen of America’s Rapport with Wild Lands
The BCH of New Mexico cares for protected lands in the Corrales, Bernalillo, Rio Rancho, and Albuquerque Metro areas.
Targeted vs. Rotational Deworming: Which Is Less Expensive?
In certain situations, mainly stable herds of adult horses, deworming following FECs can be a cost-effective option.
