Latest News – The Horse
Two Decades of Equine Osteochondrosis Research Reviewed
Osteochondrosis is the central topic of a special issue of the Veterinary Journal.
Horse Owners Encouraged to Test for Equine Infectious Anemia
Horse owners are encouraged to get their animals tested for equine infectious anemia (EIA).
BLM Seeks Comment on Humboldt Herd Area Wild Horse Gather
The BLM is seeking comment on the environmental assessment for the Humboldt herd area wild horse gather plan.
Ohio Horsemen to Pay More for Racehorse Drug Testing
Ohio horsemen will pay more to offset the cost of equine drug testing under a resolution adopted June 27.
Improvements Seen in Ellis Park Racetrack Surface
Ellis Park recently removed an inordinate amount of rock from its dirt surface to improve the track’s safety.
New Code of Practice for Equine Care in Canada Released
The new “Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Equines” was released on June 27.
AHC Applauds Senate Approval of Immigration Bill
The legislation could have a positive effect on horse racing and the horse industry.
Understanding the Differences between EMS and PPID
One researcher describes the differences between two common equine endocrine disorders: EMS and PPID.
Why is My Horse that Color?
What makes a palomino golden or pintos splotched as if covered in paint? In this UK Lecture presentation, Dr. Kathy Graves shares the basics of equine coat color genetics and how base colors, dilute genes, and certain coat patterns are inherited.
UK Ag Equine Programs at Equine Science Society Symposium
Eighteen members of the UK Ag Equine Programs attended the annual Equine Science Society Symposium.
AHC Expresses Support for Immigration Reform
The AHC supports the Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act.
Equine Veterinarians to Meet in Melbourne for Conference
The southern hemisphere?s largest horse health conference will take place July 14-18 in Melbourne.
HSUS Receives Grant to Help Wild Burros
The HSUS has received a five-year $760,000 grant to help promote the protection of wild burros.
Vitamin E Supplementation for Neurologic Disorders
One researcher reviews vitamin E supplementation in horses with neurologic disorders.
FDA Approval Significance
Dr. Megan Green, field veterinarian for Merial Limited, describes why FDA approval is important for horse owners and how they can determine if a drug’s approved.
Woodbine EHV-1: All Restrictions Lifted
All EHV-1 related restrictions placed on horses stabled in Barn 1 at Woodbine have been lifted.
