Latest News – The Horse
Study: Young Racehorses Might Benefit from Treadmill Work
Yearling Thoroughbreds that worked on a treadmill had better aerobic capacities and no signs of lameness.
Weeds of the Month: Henbit and Purple Deadnettle
Henbit and purple deadnettle are winter annual species found throughout the eastern United States. These weeds thrive in both cool-season and warm-season forage grasses.
I Bought a Lame Horse: Now What?
Find out what legal recourse you might have against a seller after you buy a lame horse.
Kentucky Reports Second Equine EEE Case of 2013
The unvaccinated 17-year-old Quarter Horse mare died earlier this month.
Racehorse Dullahan Euthanized Due to Colic
Dullahan was euthanized yesterday morning (Oct. 20) after undergoing emergency colic surgery.
Categorizing Horses after Fecal Egg Counts
How do I know if my horse is a high, medium, or low shedder of parasite eggs, based on a fecal egg count?
Massachusetts Adopts Uniform Racehorse Drug Regulations
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission voted unanimously to adopt uniform medication and drug-testing rules.
Protect Your Horses from Predatory Wildlife
Keep your horse safe by learning what to do if you see or suspect wildlife threats.
Poster Session Returns to International Laminitis Conference
The International Equine Conference on Laminitis and Diseases of the Foot will take place Nov. 1-3 in Florida.
Thoroughbred Aftercare Groups Plan Breeders’ Cup Promos
Two aftercare organizations will be providing wristbands that show their support for retired Thoroughbreds.
Lots of Elbow Grease for Disinfection Project
Disease outbreaks are dangerous to the health of your horses and can be disastrous for your business.
Oregon Woman Pleads Guilty to Abusing 170 Miniature Horses
An Oregon woman pleaded guilty to abusing 170 Miniature Horses on her Josephine County property last year.
UC Davis to Celebrate New Linear Accelerator with Free CE
The CE will be a part of the dedication ceremony for the new TrueBeam linear accelerator.
Maintaining Ideal Body Condition in Athletic Horses
Here’s what to consider if your athletic horse isn’t maintaining ideal body weight and condition.
Supplementing Horse Diets with Omega Fatty Acids
Horses need a balance of both omega-3 and -6 fatty acids for optimal health and performance.
RMTC Identified Substances Taken from Trainer’s Barn
The RMTC Tactical Research Program and HFL Sport Science identified dichloracetic acid and tadalafil.
