Latest News – The Horse

Pleasant vs. Stern Human Voice’s Effect on Horses
It seems like horses respond to changes in human voice tone, but is it a coincidence? Researchers found out.

Rehabilitating the Laminitic Foot
Dr. Scott Morrison of Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital shares solutions for supporting laminitic horse hooves.
Paralympian Lauren Barwick Schedules Appearances
Canadian Paralympian and 4-Star Parelli instructor Lauren Barwick will host “A Day with Lauren Barwick” at Lake Erie College, Painesville, Ohio, on Sat., Sept. 14, 2013.
TheHorse.com Adds Trail Riding Blog
The blog is geared toward recreational riders and will focus on land use, safety, and trail horse health.
Thoroughbred Showcase Features Retired Racers
Washington’s Thoroughbred Showcase, featuring 30+ former racehorses, will be held Aug. 31 at Emerald Downs.
Help Your Favorite Animal Nonprofit Win Skin Care Products
Vote for your favorite animal nonprofit organization to win a year’s supply of wound and skin care products.

University of Tennessee Hosts Equine Facility Grand Opening
The public is invited to attend the Grand Opening of the University of Tennessee’s new equine facilities.

Equine Deworming Update
Get the scoop on the American Association of Equine Practitioners’ updated parasite control guidelines.

Protect Your Horse from Midges with a Sweet Itch Blanket
Find out how these special blankets keep bugs off your horse and prevent a frustrating skin condition.
Hagyard Equine Medical Institute Hosts Fundraiser
The 5th Annual The Betsy gala will raise money for the Markey Cancer Foundation.
Kentucky Horse Council Hires New Executive Director
Lawyer and horsewoman Susan Schneider steps into the organization’s leadership role.
New Bolton Center Offers Acupuncture Services
Acupuncture services are now available at University of Pennsylvania’s College of Veterinary Medicine.
ELRC Releases Horse Keeping Best Management Practices Guide
The guide includes practical tactics designed to mitigate the cost and impact of these challenges.

Mycotoxin Zearalenone’s Effects on Mare Fertility
Researchers are working to better understand this potentially toxic substance that can lurk in feed.
Poll Recap: Club Foot Clues
Find out the results of our poll about club feet.
Mosquitoes Test Positive for WNV in Eight Montana Counties
Officials report the state’s first mosquitoes with WNV this season, as well as an infected pelican.