Latest News – The Horse

Mucho Macho Man Captures Breeders’ Cup Classic
Mucho Macho Man dug in for the final strides and prevailed over Will Take Charge and Declaration of War.
Secret Compass Euthanized after Suffering Condylar Fracture
The 2-year-old filly suffered a condylar fracture during the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies race.

Equine Influenza: Are We Protecting our Horses Effectively?
Research suggests the protection afforded by influenza vaccines might not be as straightforward as we think.

Scientists Work to Save Persian Onager from Extinction
Researchers recently accepted the challenge of producing onager foals via artificial insemination.

Beholder Romps to Breeders’ Cup Distaff Win
Beholder rolled to victory in the $2 million Breeders’ Cup Distaff Nov. 1 at Santa Anita Park.
Selling a Horse on Trial: 10 Tips to Lower Your Risk
As a seller, how can you offer a trial period to potential buyers without getting burned? Here are some tips to help minimize your risk.
Aleman Board Certified in ACVIM Subspecialty of Neurology
Aleman is now dual board certified in large animal internal medicine and neurology.
Breeders’ Cup: No Expense Spared on Integrity
Breeders’ Cup believes it is prepared in the areas of horse safety and security for the World Championships.
Trailer Accident Claims Roping Horses’ Lives
An accident claimed the lives of three horses en route to Alabama from the U.S. Team Roping Championships.
Lloyd’s of London, Univ. of Kentucky Continue Partnership
The $45,000 contribution from Lloyd’s supports the Equine Disease Quarterly.

Equine Joint Injection Simulator Created for Vet Students
The simulator allows students practice joint injections before trying their hands at injecting a live horse.

Deworming Part 6: Creating a Strategic Deworming Plan
Dr. Steve Sundholm of Equus Veterinary Service in Oregon City, Ore., shares how you and your veterinarian can create a customized deworm program for your horse.

Breeders’ Cup Participants to Support Thoroughbred Aftercare
Some of racing?s stars are pledging a percentage of their Breeders’ Cup earnings to Thoroughbred aftercare.

Feeding the Sick Horse
Dr. Ginger Rich of Rich Equine Nutritional Consulting in Eads, Tenn., discusses feeding practices for horses with ulcers, respiratory disease, laminitis, and more.

French Veterinarians Preparing for 2014 WEG
Find out how veterinarians are preparing with less than a year to go before the 2014 World Equestrian Games.
SAU Awards Scholarship Named for Stolen, Slain Quarter Horse
The scholarship named for Credit Card, a Quarter Horse stolen and killed, was awarded for the first time.



