Latest News – The Horse

East Coast Horses Weather the Storm
Despite heavy rain and wind, many East Coast horses appear to have made it through the storm as well as possible.

FEI to Review Dressage Training Methods
Stewarding, including monitoring precompetition training techniques, was debated at length at a recent meeting.

Before You Volunteer at a Disaster Site
If you choose to volunteer in an emergency or disaster situation, there are a number of very important factors to consider before loading up and leaving, even if the destination is local.

Virginia Confirms Third Equine EEE Case of 2015
The 19-week-old Racking Horse filly from Chesapeake had not been vaccinated yet. She was euthanized Sept. 24.
Police Seek Leads in Oregon Horse Killing
Authorities are hoping the public can shed light on the circumstances surrounding a horse’s death in Riverside County.

When Disaster Strikes
After a tornado, fire, or other disaster hits your farm, how would you respond and rebuild? Here’s what to remember.

Evaluating the Equine Poor Performer
Poor performers can be a diagnostic challenge. Here’s what veterinarians will look for when examining these horses.

Keeneland Reaccredited By NTRA Safety & Integrity Alliance
Later this month Keeneland will host the two-day, $24.5 million Breeders’ Cup World Championships for the first time.
Keeneland to Host Make-A-Wish Day on Oct. 8
Several local farms and equine medical facilities will sponsor the participating wish kids.

Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome Consensus Statement
The statement summarizes the current knowledge about ulcers and is designed to provide guidelines for veterinarians.
Functional Electrical Stimulation and Equine Muscle
Researchers found that functional electrical stimulation improved the density and distribution of muscle mitochondria.
New Online Course on Horses Launches at UF
The course includes information on common health issues, the species’ history, equine business and research, and more.

Top Tips to Prepare Your Senior Horse for Winter
From monitoring his body condition to keeping his joints moving, here’s how to get your old horse ready for winter.

How Does Nose Twitching Affect a Horse?
Researchers concluded that nose twitches, when properly applied, are a humane restraint for short usage situations.
TIP Website Upgrade Enhances Performance Award Applications
The website redesign is designed to make the performance award application process quicker and more efficient.

Why Should You Cover a Compost Pile?
Horses for Clean Water’s Alayne Blickle explains the environmental benefits of covering a compost pile.