Latest News – The Horse
Oregon Horse Shooter Sought
Authorities are seeking whoever is responsible for tying a horse to a tree before fatally shooting the animal.
Researchers Investigating Silicate-Associated Osteoporosis
Silicate-associated osteoporosis, or SAO, affects horses’ lungs and bones.
Grade I Winner Ogygian Dead at 32
Ogygian, the oldest pensioner at Old Friends, was euthanized March 14 due to complications from colic.
Soak Away Your Hay’s Hidden Dangers
In some cases, hay needs to be modified slightly to decrease the soluble sugars to maximize the hay’s benefits. Here’s what you need to know.
Ultrasound, Palpation to Diagnose Colic
Learn how veterinarians can use these methods in concert to diagnose colic in horses.
BLM to Hold Public Scoping Meetings About Wild Burros
The meetings will focus on wild burro management in Arizona’s Black Mountain Herd Management Area.
Ultrasound, Palpation per Rectum to Diagnose Colic
Learn how veterinarians can use these methods in concert to diagnose colic in horses.
Metronidazole Pharmacokinetics in Foals Studied
The medication’s half-life was longer and clearance was lower in foals compared to adult horses, researchers determined.
Intercity Insurance, Equine Guelph Partner to Combat Colic
Equine Guelph and Intercity are providing online workshops and tools to help owners reduce colic risk.
Could Milk Thistle and Silymarin Prevent Laminitis?
Recent studies suggest these two agents could help counteract the effects of endotoxins on lamellar tissue.
Tiludronate’s Safety for Navicular Treatment Studied
Researchers determined that tiludronate is safe to use in horses as directed.
Court Sides With Wild Horse Advocates
A Nevada judge has dismissed a lawsuit asking the BLM to remove horses from rangelands to protect the ecologic balance.
Thoroughbred Racehorse Fatal Injury Rate Steady in 2014
The incidence of fatal injury for 2014 was 1.89 per 1,000 starts, compared to 1.90 per 1,000 starts in 2013.
National Park, Badlands Horse Registry Strike Agreement
Theodore Roosevelt National Park and the Badlands Horse Registry will work to place wild horses in approved homes.
Zoetis Partners Supports AAEP, AABP, FFA Students in 2015
Zoetis will partner with customers to support agricultural and veterinary students through its Industry Support Program.
Lameness Assessments While Longeing Studied
Researchers found poor agreement among less experienced vets and moderate agreement between more experienced ones.
