Latest News – The Horse
Equine Osteoarthritis: Management after Diagnosis
Learn how to keep your arthritic horse sound, comfortable, and in work using best management practices.
Horse Racing Authorities Endorse Steroid Ban
The IFHA has taken the stand that anabolic steroids should be not be permitted in or out of competition.
Equine EEE Reported in Florida, New Hampshire
Officials in Florida and New Hampshire reported that horses in both states have tested positive for EEE.
Seven More Organizations Support AHC Welfare Code
The code was designed to establish good welfare procedures to follow to “put the horse first.”
Understanding Horse Behavior Might Prevent Human Injury
With improved understanding of equine behavior, riders can avoid potentially harmful horse situations.
Tell If Your Horse Has Ingested Too Much Sand
Too much sand in your horse’s intestines can cause diarrhea, blockages and colic. Dr. Sharon Spier shows you a how to measure the amount of sand your horse is excreting. (2:18)
Trailer Accident Kills Tennessee Walking Horses, Trainer
Trainer Jeffrey Givens and three horses were killed when their truck and trailer overturned on Oct. 6.
Senior Horse Superstar Spotlight: Consul
A few weeks ago, I was perusing through my Facebook news feed when I stumbled upon a video from the 2013 KWPN Keuring of a
Equine Vital Signs of Life
Temperature, pulse, and respiration are three vital signs to know how to check if you own or ride horses.
Commentary: Rebels and Reformers
Eric Mitchell shares his thoughts on the U.S. Trotting Association’s recent exit from the RMTC.
AVMA Implores Congress to End Government Shutdown
The AVMA says crucial veterinary programs that ensure animals’ health and welfare are short-staffed or halted.
Relocating a Show (or Any) Horse
This winter I’ve made the tough decision not to show my hunter, Lily, at Florida’s 12-week Winter Equestrian Festival. Okay, realistically it wasn’t too difficult
Horse Relocation Checklist
Use this handy guide next time you move your horse to a new home.
CSU Equine Sports Medicine Program Receives $6 Million Gift
The Malone Family Foundation donated $6 million to Colorado State University’s Orthopaedic Research Center.
Colorado Horsecare Foodbank Receives $5,000 Grant
The nonprofit organization plans to use the funds to provide hay to horse owning families impacted by floods.
Poll Recap: Blanketing Headaches
Of 810 voters, 29% said their biggest blanketing headache involved preventing horse-made tears and holes.
