Latest News – The Horse
Poll Recap: Senior Superstars
Of the 1,943 respondents, 885 (46%) said the oldest horse they currently own or care for is 21 to 30 years old.
New Bolton Center Seeks Volunteer Foal Sitters for 2016
Foal sitters assist veterinarians and staff with a variety of tasks in the neonatal intensive care unit.
Rewards Offered in Illegal Slaughter, Horsemeat Cases
Last week investigators raided three illegal slaughter farms in Loxahatchee and West Palm Beach, Florida.
TVMDL Receives Interim Accreditation From RMTC
The Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory’s drug testing lab is the seventh such to achieve this status.
Horse Infected with WNV in El Dorado County, California
The horse from the Greenwood community is recovering and expected to survive.
The Benefits of Chiropractic Care for Your Horse
Chiropractic provides another means of diagnosis and treatment for many musculoskeletal disorders.
Reiners Show Support, Raise Breast Cancer Awareness Funds
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and reiners are joining the cause through Slide for the Cure.
High-Starch Diets’ Effects on Stress Response in Horses
Increased vigilant behavior was correlated with intestinal microbial disturbances induced by a high-starch diet.
UAE Endurance Course Attracts Nearly 1,400 Delegates
Further, an Emirates Equestrian Federation official was provisionally suspended for failing to observe the FEI rules.
Disaster Education From Extension Programs
Horse owners should rely on information refereed by experts and civic authorities for validity during disasters.
Do Radiographic Abnormalities Impact Equine Performance?
Radiographic abnormalities don’t always result in diminished performance; however, many do. Here’s what to know.
Nutritional Management of Growing Horses
Growing horses require specific nutrients, vitamins, and minerals to aid in proper development.
Graham to be Inducted into Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame
Equine veterinarian Charles W. “Doc” Graham, DVM, will be officially inducted in a 2016 ceremony.
Does Dam or Sire Age Affect Offspring Gender?
Researchers noted differences in the probability of producing a filly or colt based on the mares’ and stallions’ ages.
Remains of Chincoteague Pony Found
The the 4-month-old filly went missing in September. The remains showed no signs of foul play, authorities said.
Reward Offered in Salt River Horse Killing
The 12-year-old mare named Dotty sustained a single gunshot wound. Her remains were found on Oct. 1.
