Latest News – The Horse
AAEP On Call Program to Support 2016 Derby, Oaks Telecasts
Dr. Keith Latson will be on hand to provide health reports regarding the athletes in the Kentucky Oaks and Derby races.
Long-Haul Transport and Horse Health Risks
Long-distance transport poses risks for horse health and welfare that should not be taken lightly, researchers found.
BLM to Offer Two Tours of Fallon Wild Horse and Burro Corral
The public tours of the Indian Lakes Off-Range Wild Horse and Burro Corral in Fallon, Nevada, are scheduled for May 20.
Pasture Grass: The Healthy Choice
You should understand several factors—including age and use of the horse, season, species of pasture grass, pasture management practices, and grazing time available—to best utilize pasture as a part of your horse’s nutritional program.
Field Set for 2016 Kentucky Derby
Nyquist goes off as the 3-1 favorite in the 142nd Kentucky Derby, taking place May 7 at Churchill Downs.
TCA Announces April Award of Merit Winners
ReRun Inc., the Equine Encore Foundation, and the Foxie G Foundation were recognized for aiding Thoroughbreds.
Old World Viruses ‘New’ Cause of Equine Neurologic Disease
Sindbis virus and Middelburg virus have been causing problems in a surprising number of horses, researchers found.
Gelding Behavior
My gelding has been dropping his penis more than usual. Could this be related to him being turned out with a mare?
Prepurchase Exams for Horses: What to Expect
The decision to buy a horse is a big one, and the prepurchase exam is an important step in the process.
Poll Recap: Fly Masked-Marauders
Of the 661 respondents, 466 (70%) said their horses wear fly masks regularly during the spring and summer.
Belmont Park Reaccredited by NTRA Safety, Integrity Alliance
The alliance is designed to establish standards and practices to promote safety and integrity in horse racing.
Maryland EHV-1: No New Cases Reported
The farm was placed on 30-day quarantine when the first case was confirmed on April 18.
Study: EPM-Causing Parasites Ubiquitous in U.S. Horses
Living where horses don’t commonly get diagnosed with EPM doesn’t mean your horse isn’t at risk.
Protein and Amino Acids for Equine Exercise Demand
Find out how amino acids play a vital role in a number of physiological functions within the equine body.
Breuer-Bertera Elected to AHC Board of Trustees
Marilyn Breuer-Bertera currently serves as a director for District 2 of the United States Trotting Association.
CHRI Advocates for Medication Reform at Horse Caucus Hearing
Representatives educated Congress members about the Thoroughbred Horseracing Integrity Act of 2015.
