Latest News – The Horse
Diagnosing Lower Limb Lameness in Sport Horses
The lower limb is the most common site of lameness in English-discipline equine athletes, one veterinarian says, so sport horse practitioners must be well-versed in how to diagnose injuries in this region.
Deadline for Parasite Research Crowdfunding Approaching
The deadline for contributing to the first research crowdfunding project at the University of Kentucky is March 10.
New Veterinary Representatives Join AAEP On Call Team
The On Call program is an innovative media-assistance program that provides timely health-care information about equine athletes during nationally televised events.
Equine Massage Therapists Sue Arizona Vet Board
Three nonveterinarian equine massage therapists in Arizona are suing that state’s veterinary medical examining board on grounds that the board is violating their right to earn a living.
Anesthetizing Horses in the Field for an Hour or More
The longer a horse is under anesthesia, the greater the risk. Learn how veterinarians safely anesthetize horses in the field for 60 minutes or longer.
Horses Removed From Georgia Property
A Georgia man is facing multiple animal cruelty charges after 16 allegedly malnourished horses were removed from and the remains of several other horses were found on his Peach County property.
Scientists Hope Retuertas Horses will Return to the Wild
Scientists’ goals are to boost population numbers and to see the Retuertas living as wild horses, without human intervention or management.
MU Receives $2.5 Million for Vet Medicine Scholarships
The gift will create an endowment to support scholarships for veterinary students and will encourage volunteer work among its recipients.
What Does a 2- or 3-Year-Old Horse Need to Know?
Winter weather, ugh. The rain, snow, and ice have definitely slowed down work with my horses, including the soon-to-be-3-year-old filly I accidentally bought last fall.
Injection Objection: Adverse Vaccine Reactions
Having a plan in case of an adverse reaction can help your horse stay comfortable following vaccination.
Thoroughbred Dies in Indianapolis Barn Blaze
A 2-year-old Thoroughbred is dead after fire swept through the Indianapolis, Ind., barn in which it was residing.
Poll Recap: Mind Your Manners
Of the 896 voters, 641 (72%) said their horses are well-behaved, always stand still, lift their feet when asked, and do not lean or kick.
Individual 2014 WEG Tickets Now On Sale
The majority of the newly released tickets are for single sessions the FEI Olympic disciplines of jumping, dressage, and eventing.
Spring Checkups for Seniors
Believe it or not, spring really is approaching. It’s admittedly hard to believe in many parts of the country right nowÑincluding here in Lexington, where
GI Complications Associated with Elective General Anesthesia
Researchers found that GI dysfunction occurred after 36 of the 416 procedures (about 8.7% of cases).
Former Horse Rescue Operator Wants Jury Trial
The former operator of a horse rescue being investigated by the Ohio Attorney General’s office for mismanagement is seeking a jury trial in connection with criminal charges brought against her by a Miami County humane organization.
