Latest News – The Horse
Super Humans Save Stranded Horses
In mid-February 2014, two horses fell through the ice of a backyard pond in Ontario, Canada. Considering the severe winter weather southern Ontario has experienced

Thoroughbred Hoof Care: Foal to Racehorse to Sport Horse
To help your Thoroughbred perform to his potential, tailor his hoof care to his specific age, needs, and job.

BLM: Controversial Memo was Based on Possible Budget Cuts
The controversial memo that suggested halting gathers and implementing the euthanasia of sick and aged mustangs in the field is authentic, but was predicated on budget cuts that never happened, a BLM representative says.

Meydan Group Signs Sponsorship Agreement for 2014 WEG
The Meydan Group has become an official sponsor of the upcoming Alltech Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) World Equestrian Games 2014 to be held Aug. 23–Sept. 7, 2014 in Normandy, France.
Zoetis to Support AAEP, FFA, AABP Programs in 2014
Since its inception in 2008, this program has donated more than $5.9 million to veterinary students and FFA chapters.
Your Virtual File Storage Box
I used to keep a plastic file storage box packed full of manila folders carefully labeled “colic,” “lameness,” “conditioning,” and other horse health topics. Each

A Better Way to Treat Equine Eyes: Subpalpebral Lavage
Anyone who’s ever managed an equine eye issue knows how challenging it can be to administer treatment. Fortunately, there’s an easier way: the subpalpebral lavage system.
Abraham to Speak on Newborn Foals at Penn Vet Lecture
Michelle Abraham, BVMS, will discuss what to expect in a normal foal and how to recognize illness and diseases.
Oklahoma Woman Accused in Quarter Horse Theft
An Oklahoma woman is accused of selling a Quarter Horse that did not belong to her, and of illegally altering the ownership documents connected to another.
Ohio Horse Rescue Operator is Subject of Lawsuit
The owner of an Ohio horse rescue is accused of misappropriating almost $50,000 in funds, as well as of failing to register the charity with the state.

2014 TAA Application Available Online
The 2014 application for organizations seeking accreditation from the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (TAA) Foundation is now available online.

Poll Recap: Gastric Ulcers
Of the 608 respondents, 205 (34%) indicated they’ve had a horse diagnosed with gastric ulcers.

Readers Share Advice for Fighting Frozen Water Sources
How do you keep your horses’ water in liquid form during the winter? Readers share their tips for keeping horses’ water thawed during freezing temperatures.

New Mexico Approves Uniform Racehorse Medication Rules
The Albuquerque Journal has reported that New Mexico is the most recent state to have its racing commission approve uniform medication rules.

TheHorse.com Wins 2014 ESMA Award
The organizers of the 2014 Equestrian Social Media Awards (ESMAs) announced Feb. 24 that TheHorse.com has received first place from the judges for “Best Use of Social Media in the Americas.”

Is There a Genetic Basis for Horses’ Personalities?
Study results suggest there’s biologic evidence that a horse’s personality is based on his genes.



