Latest News – The Horse
Managing Equine Cystic Stifle Lesions
Could something smaller than a pea end a horse’s athletic career? If that something is a cystic lesion in the stifle, it’s possible. But specific management approaches can help some horses return to their jobs with few, if any, lasting effects.
Rude for Food
How do I change a colt’s rude behavior at feeding time without scaring him?
I Love My Veterinarian Because …
While asking fellow horse owners recently what they love most about their equine veterinarians, nearly every response began with, “Oh I love my vet. She’s
Grayson-Jockey Club to Provide Research Funding in 2014
The Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation’s board of directors announced Feb. 27 that the foundation will fund a slate of 19 research projects worth $1,003,580 in 2014.
New Zealand Neurologic EHV-1: 15 Horses Affected
Of the affected horses, seven have been euthanized and eight are recovering.
Researchers Identify Pregnancy-Supporting Hormone in Mares
Researchers showed for the first time that in horses that dihydroprogesterone (or DHP) is equally effective as progesterone in sustaining pregnancy during the last few months.
How Vets can Treat ‘Untouchable’ Horses
Treating “untouchable” horses, such as some rodeo stock, is a rare but real challenge for veterinarians. Doing so requires experience, modified drug dosages, and creative restraint techniques to keep humans and horses safe during handling.
PPID Problems
Given the number of senior horses I’ve cared for over my time in the horse world and the fact that researchers estimate that 15-30% of
Horse Lovers Everywhere Ring in The Year of the Horse
According to the Chinese horoscope, this is the Year of The Horse. What exactly does this mean? Immediate success. Apparently, the horse is a dynamic
Super Humans Save Stranded Horses
In mid-February 2014, two horses fell through the ice of a backyard pond in Ontario, Canada. Considering the severe winter weather southern Ontario has experienced
Meydan Group Signs Sponsorship Agreement for 2014 WEG
The Meydan Group has become an official sponsor of the upcoming Alltech Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) World Equestrian Games 2014 to be held Aug. 23–Sept. 7, 2014 in Normandy, France.
BLM: Controversial Memo was Based on Possible Budget Cuts
The controversial memo that suggested halting gathers and implementing the euthanasia of sick and aged mustangs in the field is authentic, but was predicated on budget cuts that never happened, a BLM representative says.
Thoroughbred Hoof Care: Foal to Racehorse to Sport Horse
To help your Thoroughbred perform to his potential, tailor his hoof care to his specific age, needs, and job.
Zoetis to Support AAEP, FFA, AABP Programs in 2014
Since its inception in 2008, this program has donated more than $5.9 million to veterinary students and FFA chapters.
Your Virtual File Storage Box
I used to keep a plastic file storage box packed full of manila folders carefully labeled “colic,” “lameness,” “conditioning,” and other horse health topics. Each
Poll Recap: Gastric Ulcers
Of the 608 respondents, 205 (34%) indicated they’ve had a horse diagnosed with gastric ulcers.
