Latest News – The Horse
Sugar and Hyper Horses
Can consuming a high-sugar diet cause a horse to behave in an anxious or hyperactive way?
Additional Equine WNV, EEE Cases Reported in Texas
Seven horses have tested positive for WNV and seven others were confirmed positive for EEE.
Poll Recap: Addressing Hoof Abscesses
Of the 1,076 respondents, 48% said they soak the affected foot in Epsom salts and water if they suspect an abscess.
Anthrax Confirmed in Uvalde County, Texas, Equids
Anthrax is a bacterial disease caused by Bacillus anthracis.
Study: Downturn, Rebound in Equine Practice Economic Health
Key economic indicators declined significantly from 2008 to 2010 but rebounded in 2011 and 2012, a recent study shows.
Tevis 2015 Featured Older Equine Athletes
There are few things I get more excited about than seeing older equine athletes either still competing at the top of their sport or taking
Researchers Study Horses’ Facial Expressions
Horses are capable of a wide range of facial expressions that aren’t so different from those of humans and chimpanzees.
FEI Maintains Provisional Suspensions on Swiss Jumpers
The jumping horses–Nino des Buissonnets, Nasa, and Charivari KG–tested positive for prohibited substances.
Four Tips to Help Your Horse Beat the Summer Heat
From providing water and electrolytes to monitoring the temperatures and riding accordingly, remember these top tips.
Nunnery to Discuss Equine Vision During Free Lecture
Ophthalmologist Catherine Nunnery, DVM, will present “Equine Vision: What Does My Horse See?” on Sept. 8.
Federal Legislation to Reform Medication Rules Discussed
Speakers at a meeting agreed that Thoroughbred racing should continue pursuing legislation to reform medication rules.
Jockey Club to Require Microchips Starting in 2017
The Board of Stewards voted Aug. 8 to mandate microchips for Thoroughbred foals born in 2017 and later.
Do Western Saddles Distribute Pressure Evenly?
While Western saddles had uneven pressure distribution, study horses showed no signs of saddle-related discomfort.
BCHA Maintains and Repairs Multiuse Trails
Crews worked on trails in the Humbug Spires Wilderness Study Area in Montana and Meramec Conservation Area in Missouri.
How Common are Dental Abnormalities in Horses?
Researchers found that 59.2% of horses aged 11 to 15 had hooks, 30.8% had wave mouth, and 26.7% had periodontal pockets.
Life-Threatening Fumonisins in Horses
Fumonisins are dangerous mycotoxins sometimes found in feed. Here’s what to watch for and how to protect your horse.
