Latest News – The Horse

Rescue Horses and Veterans: A Good Fit
Several organizations help military soldiers and veterans as they give new life to horses in need.

Six Veterinarian-Approved Saddle-Fit Tips
On a quest for the perfect saddle and the best fit? Here are a few words of advice from veterinarians.

Grooming For Health
Your daily grooming regime requires commitment. Its rewards are your horse’s continued well-being and comfort.

Giving Back to Horses on Veteran’s Day
This Veteran’s Day, consider honoring the war horses that sacrificed it all for us by helping horses in need.
Senior Hoof Care Considerations
One of the benefits of working at a horse-related publication that’s situated less than 10 miles from Dorado’s barn is that I’m able to run
Werth Suspended after Cimetidine Positive
Dressage rider Isabell Werth received a six-month suspension after her horse tested positive for cimetidine.

Using Hay Replacers for Horses
Hay replacers can be extremely useful, but they come with some guidelines to keep horses happy and healthy.
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Hires Hastie
The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance hired James Hastie as its executive director, effective Nov. 18, 2013.

Horse Body Weight, Age Important Laminitis Risk Factors
The risk factors associated with laminitis are many. But which are most important for owners to watch for?

WNV, EEE Case Total Creeping Upwards
The USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service reported 296 WNV cases and 177 EEE cases as of Nov. 4.

UC Davis Acquires New Linear Accelerator
The system is designed to allow radiation oncologists to deliver powerful treatments with pinpoint accuracy.

Jockey Club to Fund Jockey Concussion Tests
The Jockey Club will fund concussion testing for jockeys who use the Jockey Health Information System.

Horse Halter Options 101
Here are a few of the halter options you’ll have to choose from at the tack store or in horse-wear catalogs.

USDA Responds to Horse Processing Plant Appeal
The USDA is bound to inspect qualified horse processing plants, the organization’s appeal response says.

NAHMS Planning for Third Equine Industry Study
The National Animal Health Monitoring System (NAHMS) is planning for its third national equine industry study.
Breeders’ Cup Dirt Mile Contender Has Successful Surgery
Centralinteligence underwent successful surgery after sustaining a hairline condylar fracture.



