Latest News – The Horse
Breed Groups Support AQHA on Cloning Issue
Several groups support the AQHA in its bid to overturn a court decision regarding cloned horse registrations.
Racehorse Drug Penalty System Next Up in West Virginia
Officials will soon consider a penalty system for drug violations that dovetails with uniform model rules.
Proposed Racehorse Drug Rules Debated in New York
Officials heard the pros and cons of having different medication rules for Thoroughbreds and Standardbreds.
Evaluating Equine Conformation
Developing an educated “eye” for a horse and the ability to assess conformation knowledgeably are useful skills to add to your horsemanship toolbox.
L. intracellularis Infections in Foals on the Rise
Researchers are observing an increasing trend of positive cases submitted in 2013 as compared to recent years.
Poll Recap: Saddle Fit
Just over half of the respondents in this week’s poll said they have had a saddle professionally fitted.
2014 Road to the Horse Judges Announced
Judges for 2014 will be Mike Kevil, Bryan Neubert, Cody Lambert, Joe Wolter, Jack Brainard, and Jon Ensign.
Should I Breed My Mare?
There are a number of factors that must be weighed in making the decision on whether to breed a mare.
Judge Rules against N.M. Horse Processing Plant
A judge granted an injunction preventing Valley Meat Co. from opening its long-sought horse processing plant.
Register Now for UK Equine Showcase, Breeders’ Short Course
Registration for the showcase and breeders’ short course closes Feb. 1.
TheHorse.com Named Finalist in 2014 ESMAs
Vote for TheHorse.com in categories 6 and 21! Voting closes at 4 p.m. (GMT) on Feb. 7, 2014.
Colic: Something We Could Do Without
I don’t hate many things in this world, but one thing I truly do hate is colic. In a relatively short time span, it’s claimed
Omnibus Bill Passes, Nixes Horse Processing
Congress has passed a bill that eliminates funding to carry out horsemeat inspections at domestic plants.
FEI, Show Jumping Officials Sign Memorandum of Understanding
The ISJC is second of the former FEI Associate Members to sign a memorandum of understanding with the FEI.
Keeping the Big Guys Healthy
Caring for draft horses involves both physiological and logistical challenges.
EHV Scare at Pennsylvania Racetrack
A barn was quarantined due to a suspected EHV case, but quickly released when the horse tested negative.
