Latest News – The Horse
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.
Churchill Downs Releases Derby, Oaks Security Protocols
The enhanced equine security measures are part of the track’s ongoing safety and integrity program.
Kentucky Ag Commissioner to Speak at May KENA Dinner
Ryan Quarles is the featured presenter for the Kentucky Equine Networking Association meeting in May.
Firocoxib Study Leads to Equine Canada Rule Change
Firocoxib is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug used to treat musculoskeletal inflammation and pain in horses.
Acyline to Suppress Stallion Testosterone Levels
Researchers determined that acyline can reduce stallion testosterone concentrations to as low as those of geldings.
University of Tennessee to Host Equine Podiatry Conference
The preconference workshop and conference for vets and farriers will take place May 20 and 21, respectively.
TMJ Inflammation’s Impact on Chewing in Horses
Unilateral TMJ inflammation not only affects the way horses chew but also likely creates a certain level of pain.
Flies and Bugs: Protect Your Horse
Mites, lice, flies, and mosquitoes can cause irritation to horses and carry dangerous diseases. Be aware of the external parasite species that are in your area and when they are prevalent so you can control them.
