Latest News – The Horse
Poll Recap: Horsey Vacations
Of the 571 respondents, 249 (44%) said they spend their vacation days at home doing horse-related chores.
Veterinarians Discuss Medication Rules at Ohio Meeting
Five vets shared their views on racehorse testing and medication issues an Ohio State Racing Commission meeting.
MRI to Predict Catastrophic Fetlock Fractures in Racehorses
Researchers say MRI might be useful as a screening test to identify racehorses at increased risk of fetlock fracture.
Oregon EHV-1: Case Count Rises to Four
Facilities in Marion and Polk counties are now under quarantine.
How to Fit an English Saddle
Master Saddler Ian Hastilow shows how to properly place an English saddle on a horse and check for its correct fit.
Encapsulated Stem Cells Could Accelerate Wound Healing
Equine stem cells confined inside tiny capsules secrete substances that help heal simulated wounds in cell cultures.
NTRA Safety and Integrity Alliance Reaccredits Finger Lakes
The New York track received “best practice” grading in the area of aftercare and transition of retired racehorses.
Michigan EHV-1: Some Quarantines Released
Four Michigan facilities remain quarantined due to equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1).
Researchers Confirm IgG Values for Predicting Foal Survival
Foals with IgG levels lower than 800 mg/dL are more likely to die than those with levels greater than 800 mg/dL.
European Equestrian Federation signs MOU with FEI
The European Equestrian Federation is focused on maximizing the potential and development of equestrian sport.
Groups Urge Congress to Help Maintain Trails
Organizations encouraged Congress to pass the bipartisan National Forest Trails System Stewardship Act.
Hearing Loss in Foals
Many conditions common to foals can contribute to or cause auditory dysfunction. Here’s what to watch for.
Tips for Managing Horses on Spring Pastures
Here are some tips to remember to help your horse stay happy and healthy when consuming this spring’s lush pasture.
Veterinarians: Manage Feet for Function
Hoof-related issues are a hot topic in veterinary medicine. Here’s what practitioners discussed at a recent meeting.
Equine Infectious Anemia Reported in West Tennessee
There are currently four confirmed cases of equine infectious anemia in the western part of the state.
Vesicular Stomatitis Confirmed in New Mexico Horses
Officials are managing two vesicular stomatitis cases: one in a Grant County horse and one in an Otero County horse.
