Latest News – The Horse
BLM to Continue Emergency Wild Horse Gather in Nevada
Based on a vet’s exam, 28 of 201 horses gathered last week were euthanized due to extremely emaciated body conditions.
USEF: Phenibut Considered a Prohibited Substance
Phenibut, a derivative of gamma aminobutyric acid (or GABA), is found in some calming supplements.
Your Horse’s Water Sources: Things to Consider
Making clean water available to your horse might seem like an easy task, but it’s not always as simple as it sounds. Here’s what to consider about your horse’s water sources.
Poll Recap: Readers Say ‘Yes’ to Professional Saddle Fit
Of the 843 respondents, 393 (47%) said they’ve had a professional saddle fitter evaluate their horses and tack.
BLM Completes the Soda Fire Emergency Wild Horse Gather
The BLM gathered a total of 279 horses from the Hardtrigger, Black Mountain, and Sands Basin herd management areas.
Equine WNV Case Count in Texas Rises to 13
The majority of the affected horses were not vaccinated against WNV, and one’s vaccination status was uncertain.
UAE Veterinarian Provisionally Suspended as FEI Official
Hallvard Sommerseth, DVM, was suspended for noncompliance with the FEI Rules and Regulations.
Superheroes in a Syringe: How Horse Vaccines Work
A behind-the-scenes look at how your horse’s immune system is best primed for battle.
What the Hay?
Here’s what you need to know about this important forage in your horse’s diet.
French Researchers Work to Improve Horse Health, Welfare
The Hippolia Foundation unites equine research groups for better progress, improved funding opportunities, and more.
Forage: Evaluating Quality and Balancing Rations
Basing a horse’s diet on forage allows him to function as evolution and nature intended. Here’s where to start.
World Breeding Federation for Sport Horses, FEI Sign MOU
The WBFSH’s central aim is to stimulate breeding development worldwide and integrate breeding with horse sport.
Social Communication and Equine Reproductive Success
Domestic horses’ reproductive efficiency is often lower than that of feral horses. Does modern husbandry play a role?
TCA Launches Pledge Campaign at Kentucky Downs
Horsemen will have the opportunity to pledge a percentage of their earnings to Thoroughbred Charities of America (TCA).
Back Country Horsemen of Utah Chapter Receives Award
The state of Utah recognized the group’s ongoing volunteer work with its Power of Service award.
Options for Managing Equine Intestinal Pain
Veterinarians can’t manage all colics with NSAIDs alone. Learn about the other medication options they have.
