Latest News – The Horse
Mystery Lameness, Part 3: Dr. Kent Allen
FEI veterinarian Dr. Kent Allen of Virginia Equine Imaging shares interesting equine lameness cases from his practice. Sometimes it takes some detective work to find true cause of lameness. Part 3 of 3.
Keeping Stallions’ Genital Microflora in Check
The amount of genital microflora (bacteria) on stallions’ genitals can fluctuate during a breeding season. However, using proper and sterile management techniques can help ensure microflora increases do not affect semen quality.
Montana Horse Rescuers Charged with Animal Cruelty
Two Montana horse rescuers are facing animal cruelty charges connected to the seizure of more than 30 animals from a Broadwater County ranch.
Animal Disease Tracking Map Launched
Infectious disease researchers in Canada have launched an interactive online map designed to track diseases in dogs, cats, and horses around the world.
West Virginia to Tackle Latest Round of Model Drug Rules
Thoroughbred industry stakeholders in West Virginia will meet May 6 to consider changes in the state’s racing rules, including a few related to the National Uniform Medication Program.
How We Can Help Senior Horses Seeking Homes
How have you helped senior horses find their forever homes?
Sports Medicine Researcher Clayton Retires from MSU
Hilary Clayton, BVMS, PhD, Dipl. ACVSMR, MRCVS, has retired from her long-held post at Michigan State University (MSU), but says she’ll still be active in the equine and research communities.
Managing Horses with Excessive Tearing
Excessive tearing could suggest a number of potentially serious equine eye conditions. Veterinarians should examine cases carefully and then determine an appropriate treatment course.
Infographic: Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS)
Learn the risks of equine metabolic syndrome (EMS) and get management and treatment tips in this easy-to-follow visual guide.
National HBPA Endorses Changes in Racehorse Drug Rules
Changes made by the Association of Racing Commissioners International in regard to model medication rules led to an endorsement by the National Horsemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association (HBPA).
Jockey Club Chairman: Make Triple Crown Vet Records Public
Ogden Mills “Dinny” Phipps has called for public release of the veterinary records of all horses entered in this year’s Triple Crown races.
Poll Recap: Longeing Lessons
Of the 797 respondents, 329 (41%) said longeing is a regular part of their horses’ fitness program.
Kentucky Horse Owner Pleads in Cruelty Case
A man accused of maltreating dozens of horses on his Pendleton County property has pleaded not guilty.
Colostrum for Foals
To a newborn foal, colostrum can mean the difference between life and death.
Biosecurity Tip of the Month: Hay and Feed Storage
Other equids aren’t the only animals that can transmit disease to our horses: Birds, bugs, and other creatures can also carry diseases that can affect horses. What’s one way to reduce the number of animals in our barns? Careful feed and hay storage.
Controversy Over Wyoming Estray Horse Gather, Sale
A gather, conducted by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), of horses belonging to the state of Wyoming drew fire from wild horse advocates, who say the animals were too quickly sold to a Canadian horse processing firm.
