Latest News – The Horse
Building a Horse Property From the Ground Up
Here’s how to design your dream equestrian setup–in this case, on a small acreage.
Florida Police Seek Horse Shooter
Authorities are seeking those responsible for shooting a horse then tying its carcass to a utility pole.
Rabies Cases on the Rise in Kansas
Vaccinate horses to help protect against this invariably fatal zoonotic disease.
Macrolide Antibiotics’ Effects on Sweating in Foals Examined
Researcher found that three commonly used macrolides suppressed foals’ normal sweat responses to varying degrees.
Second Horse Euthanized at Calgary Stampede
The horse was euthanized after suffering an injury during a chuckwagon race at the annual Calgary Stampede rodeo.
Coping With Horse Rescue Costs
From investigation training to bringing charges, take a look at what it costs authorities to seize maltreated horses.
Swiss Researcher Shares Equine Welfare Innovations
These new devices meet the demands for optimum animal welfare while keeping human management capacities in mind.
Why Should Hay Be Stored Away From Horses?
Alayne Blickle, with Horses for Clean Water, tells you how to protect your horses by storing hay at a safe distance.
BLM to Conduct New Research on Wild Horse Population Growth
The BLM’s 21 research projects are aimed at developing new tools for managing healthy wild horses and burros.
Virginia Confirms First Equine EEE Case for 2015
The affected horse, a 12-year-old Miniature mare from Chesapeake, had not been vaccinated against the virus.
Miniature Horse Shooter Convicted in Maryland
John Nelson Price was convicted of shooting and killing his Miniature Horse in May.
RMTC Notes Progress in National Uniform Medication Program
Racing jurisdictions in nine states have now adopted the program in its entirety.
TCA Named Title Sponsor of Thoroughbred Makeover
The TCA Thoroughbred Makeover will feature 350 recently retired racehorses competing in 10 disciplines.
Indiana Drug Test Audit: Seven Missed Positives in 26 Days
The IHRC’s former primary laboratory missed seven positive drug tests, including one for a Class 1 drug.
Poll Recap: Electrolytes for Horses
Of the 804 respondents, 429 said they give their horses electrolytes year-round, after hard work, or during the summer.
University of Bristol Installs Equine Standing MRI Unit
The MRI unit adds to the school’s imaging modalities, including a CT, radiography, nuclear scintigraphy, and more.
