Latest News – The Horse
Best Practices for 20 Minutes of Equine Field Anesthesia
Short-term anesthesia for procedures lasting fewer than 20 minutes is common field work in equine medicine.
Preventing Shipping Fever
Before shipping your horse this winter, learn about best ways to prevent this pulmonary disorder.
Minnesota to Hold Unwanted Horse Summit
Reasons, costs, and solutions for the increase in unwanted horses will be discussed at the March 8 summit.
Culture Shock at a South African Thoroughbred Sale
I recently returned from what was likely a once-in-a-lifetime, part-work/part-play trip to South Africa’s Western Cape. The work aspect included covering the Cape’s Thoroughbred breeders’
The Messy Mare
Why does my mare return to her stall to urinate and defecate when she has a large run and could do so outside?
BLM Seeks Shooters in Burro Case
The BLM is hoping the public can help identify those responsible for the shooting deaths of two wild burros.
When Is Medication Uniformity Not Really Uniformity?
Stakeholders are learning how difficult it can be to achieve uniformity, even with basic regulations.
Repairing Equine Eyelid Lacerations
Although eyelid lacerations are common, they should be considered surgical emergencies.
Equine Guelph Launches ‘Full-Circle Responsibility’
The group hopes to help owners develop the skills to make management decisions to support horses’ well-being.
Arianne Hagwood Awarded Mustang Magic Championship
Hagwood and 6-year-old mustang mare Amy were named champions of the freestyle finals and were awarded $3,500.
Suspensory Injury’s Effect on Future Racing Performance
How does a suspensory injury impact a racehorse’s performance? It depends on the severity of the injury.
Got Ulcers?
Learn about gastric ulcers and how to treat them and decrease their likelihood of causing your horse distress.
Commentary: ‘One Health’ Helps Safeguard Horses’ Health
One Health recognizes that human health, animal health, and the environment are all interconnected.
Television Show to Feature Oregon’s Mustangs
“Mustangs of Oregon” will air Feb. 6 at 8:30 p.m. local time on OPB TV.
Treating Intraosseous Pressure in Horses
Vets successfully employed a pioneering technique to treat a South African horse’s intraosseous pressure.
NSAIDs Might Impair Horses’ Response to Influenza Vaccines
Researchers found that NSAID administration reduced immune response in previously exposed and naive horses.
