Latest News – The Horse
Could Intrauterine Marbles Cause Pyometra in Mares?
Previously veterinarians had not noted significant complications with this method of estrus suppression.
LSU Equine Club to Host Equi-Day
Lecture topics include lameness, basic critical care, chiropractic care and acupuncture, and more.
Brown named 2013 Friend of UK Ag Equine Programs
Brown specializes in equine reproduction with Hagyard Equine Medical Institute.
Water Crossing Confidence
Why do horses act so suspicious of water they cross regularly, and what can we do to build their confidence?
National Wild Horse, Burro Advisory Board to Meet Sept. 9-11
The meeting will focus on the June 2013 report by the National Academy of Sciences.
The Jockey Club Announces 2013 TIP Winners
The Jockey Club TIP has announced the recipients of its two non-competition awards for 2013.
Studying the Rider-Saddle-Horse Interface
Researchers are studying how forces applied by saddle and rider affect a horse’s performance and welfare.
Bandage Spotting
Take a drive on the back roads of the Bluegrass, which are within a couple miles of my home, and I guarantee you’ll be stunned
Kentucky Confirms Second Equine WNV Case of 2013
An unvaccianted 10-year-old Quarter Horse mare from Hopkins County tested positive for WNV late last week.
Hendra Quarantine Lifted at New South Wales Property
The property was quarantined last month following the confirmation of the hendra virus in a horse and a dog.
Montana Confirms Equine WNV Cases
Animal health officials are reminding equid owners statewide to watch for West Nile virus (WNV).
Poll Recap: Critical Hoof Emergencies
Of the 371 voters, 255 (69%) indicated they have managed a serious hoof-related issue.
Improving Horse Welfare at Stock-Breed Shows
Researchers sought better understanding of the welfare concerns relating to stock-type show horses.
Whip Use in Elite, Non-Elite Show Jumpers
Researchers take a look at whip use by jumper riders and how it relates to performance outcomes.
PATH Intl. Launches Online Auction
The auction includes items that can be used during the organization’s 2013 conference in Orlando, Fla.
Lameness Head to Foot, Part 1: Lower Limbs
Learn how veterinarians get to the bottom of lower-limb problems in the first of this two-part series.
