Latest News – The Horse
Frye to become First Woman to lead CSU Veterinary School
Cardiovascular physiology and equine medicine expert Dr. Melinda Frye will become the first woman to lead Colorado State University’s (CSU) veterinary school starting in July.
Equine Laparoscopic Castration’s Success Rates Studied
Although laparoscopic castration reduces the risk of problems (such as edema and infection) after surgery and allows for a shorter recovery time, testosterone production and stallionlike behavior persist in some horses following the procedure.
Veterinarian: Keep Horses’ Vaccines Current
Boyd Parr, DVM, South Carolina state veterinarian, recommends owners keep their horses’ vaccinations for Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE), West Nile virus (WNV), and rabies current.
Keeping Seniors with Heaves Breathing Easy
The horse’s respiratory system is an incredible piece of engineering, and the way it functions is fascinating to me. Not only is it an essential
Poll Recap: Farmers’ Almanac: Truth or Fiction?
Of the 294 respondents, 253 (86%) said they do not rely on the Farmers’ Almanac when making horse management decisions.
How Do I Get My Horse to Behave for the Veterinarian?
I bought a 7-year-old Arabian mare that was supposed to be good for the veterinarian, farrier, etc. Not! She is very difficult to give shots to. Do you have any tips on how to get her to accept shots better?
Former TWHBEA Vice President Sues Organization
Pat Stout, former vice president of TWHBEA’s horse shows division, has accused the organization of committing illegal corporate acts and breaching its fiduciary duties.
Thoroughbred Clever Allemont Dies at Old Friends
Rebel Stakes winner and Old Friends retiree Clever Allemont was euthanized due to colic the morning of May 26. The son of Clever Trick was 32.
Study: Owners Might Miss Signs of Equine Back Pain
Caretakers estimated between 4% and 22% of horses had back pain, whereas clinical examination showed that 37% and 85% were suffering from back pain.
Cornell Ruffian Equine Specialists Celebrates Grand Opening
The Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine will operate the former Ruffian Equine Medical Center, located near Belmont Park in Elmont, New York.
Veterinary Grad and Horse Overcome Odds, Look Ahead
Meet new veterinarian Kelly Lear and her horse Saddie, who’ve overcome obstacles to find show-ring success.
KEEP Celebrates 10 Years of Enhancing Equine Interests
Kentucky horsemen formed the Kentucky Equine Education Project (KEEP) to improve the economics of the state’s signature horse industry.
Helping Horses with Heaves
Recurrent airway obstruction (RAO, once known as chronic obstructive pulmonary dysfunction, or COPD) can stop an otherwise healthy athletic horse in his tracks. Learn how to help a horse suffering from heaves in this live event.
Keep Horses Healthy with Biosecurity and Barn Disinfection
By maintaining a clean facility, instituting several simple biosecurity precautions, and regularly disinfecting your barns and stalls, you will be better able to prevent and control disease on your farm.
Owners Urged to Ensure Horses’ Vaccinations are Up to Date
With warm weather here and mosquito season under way, Delaware horse owners are being advised to make certain their equids’ vaccinations are current to protect against the threat of potentially fatal diseases.
Churchill Downs Looking into Horse Death
Churchill Downs is gathering facts and conducting interviews in an effort to ascertain the circumstances leading to the death of a 5-year-old mare en route to the paddock for schooling prior to the first race on May 22.
