Latest News – The Horse
Bromont, Lexington Continue in 2018 WEG Bid Process
Both Bromont/Montreal, Canada, and Lexington, Ky., have confirmed their continued interest in hosting the World Equestrian Games in 2018.
Study: Joint Injections have Low Risk of Synovial Sepsis
Injecting medication directly into a horse’s joint might make some owners wary of complications. But British researchers have recently shown that, when careful aseptic techniques are used, the risks are actually very low.
Mare Check Frequency on Foal Watch
How often should you check on a broodmare to see if she’s in labor? Dr. Wendy Vaala answers in this podcast is from the Equine Life Stages: Foals Q&A audio event.
Infographic: Feeding Basics
Download and print these feed and turnout information cards for your horse’s stall or barn!
Spring Shots for Senior Horses
A few weeks ago, I told you about 18-year-old Dorado’s spring check-up (more technically called a wellness exam). But today, I want to focus on
Take Steps to Prevent Equine Herpesvirus Infection
From vaccination to disinfection–learn how you can help prevent equine herpesvirus (EHV) infection spread.
EHV-1 Confirmed in Larimer Co., Colo., Horse
A Larimer County, Colo., horse has tested positive for equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) and is recovering.
Egyptian Arabian Horses Seized in South Carolina
A group of Egyptian Arabian horses are receiving rehabilitative care after being seized by Edgefield, S.C., authorities. But the whereabouts of another 70 horses from the same herd are unknown.
Poll Recap: Spring Conditioning
Of the 554 respondents, 231 individuals (42%) said they have started their horses’ spring conditioning.
International Horse Sports Confederation Holds First Meeting
At the first International Horse Sports Confederation meeting, the Federation Equestre Internationale and the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities confirmed that they share the same core values of protecting horse welfare.
Jockey Club Releases Equine Injury Database Statistics
The prevalence of race-related fatal injury for the time frame from Jan. 1, 2009, through Dec. 31, 2013, was 1.91 per 1,000 starts.
Recognizing Pain on a Horse’s Face
A European research team has created and validated a technique for quantifying horse pain based on facial expressions.
Creating a Parasite Control Program
Consider your property’s equine traffic, geographic location, and parasite control goals to create an effective program.
What First-Time Horse Breeders Should Expect at Foaling
This is our first year foaling out mares. One of the two is a maiden. What do we need to have on hand? Dr. Wendy Vaala answers this question in this podcast segment from the Equine Life Stages: Foals Q&A.
Inflammatory Airway Disease in Horses: Causes and Treatments
Dr. Laurent Couetil talks about the environmental factors that impact horses with heaves and ways to treat the disease.
Deworming: Less is More
Last spring my veterinarian requested her clients stop deworming their horses. We now do no deworming and have her perform two fecal egg counts per year–one in the spring and one in the fall. Is this program of not deworming okay for my horses?
