Latest News – The Horse
Planning to Save Horses
By planning for the worst, you lessen the chances of losing your horse in a disaster. Here’s what to remember.
AHC Presents 2014 Van Ness Award to Illinois’ Paul Briney
The Van Ness Award honors a person who has shown leadership and service to the horse community in his or her state.
Keynote Speakers for 2014 ISES Conference Announced
The program for the 10th International Equitation Science (ISES) Conference, taking place Aug. 7-9 near Vejle, Denmark, includes presentations encompassing many aspects of equestrianism, from horse husbandry and care to high-level performance.
Kind, Mays Promoted in TVMDL Drug Testing Laboratory
The TVMDL is responsible for providing drug-testing services to the pari-mutuel horse and greyhound racing industries.
International Equine Disease Report, First Quarter 2014
Reported diseases include strangles, equine herpesvirus, influenza, equine infectious anemia, and more.
Improve Your Position Over Jumps
Greg Best describes “the perfect leg position” and the role of a rider’s knees as pivot points while jumping.
List of Veterinary Schools Outside the U.S. on Social Media
List of U.S. Veterinary Schools on Social Media
A few weeks ago I was having a difficult time trying to find vet schools to follow on Instagram from @TheHorseMag ‘s account. And as
This Bud’s for You!
About 100 days ago my husband, Matt Livengood, signed up to be a part of the Extreme Mustang Makeover and picked up Bud, his randomly assigned wild mustang.
Lyme Disease in Horses: More Questions than Answers
Learn about this difficult-to-diagnose disease, what clinical signs to watch for, and how veterinarians treat it.
Commentary: Using a ‘Checklist’ Mindset for Racehorses
Eric Mitchell, editorial director and editor-in-chief of The Blood-Horse, shares his thoughts about how a simple checklist could benefit racehorse health.
Woman Arrested for Defrauding Horse Rescue Contributors
Wyoming authorities have arrested a woman accused of defrauding contributors to her equine rescue operation.
North Carolina Woman Charged with Animal Cruelty
A North Carolina woman faces multiple animal cruelty counts connected to the alleged maltreatment of 54 horses on her Sampson County property.
Five Tips for Avoiding Infection while Traveling with Horses
Summer is peak season for horse shows and events, and Colorado State University (CSU) veterinarians remind riders that it’s important if traveling to take steps to help prevent the spread of equine infectious disease.
AHC: Bonus Depreciation Bill Passed by House
Bonus depreciation allows anyone in a business to write off up to 50% of new property purchased and placed in service in a tax year, including assets used in the horse business, such as horses and other equipment.
Clenbuterol’s Impact on Horses’ Body Fat Percentage
Researchers found that clenbuterol reduced body fat percentage in working and resting horses, and could have fat-burning and muscle-building effects.
