Latest News – The Horse

AVA: Include Animals in Disaster Management Plans
If disaster hits, people should be prepared not only for their own safety but for their animals’ as well.
Equine Researchers work with Regenerative Medicine Center
One project will explore regenerative techniques to restore laryngeal function in horses, people, and dogs.

Water: The Most Important Nutrient for Horses
As winter approaches, remember that horses require access to clean water at an appropriate temperature.
Deadline Date is Jan. 24 for 2014 AHP Student Award Contest
The deadline to enter the 2014 American Horse Publications (AHP) Student Award Contest is Jan. 24.
HHRF Welcomes Alden to Board of Directors
The Horses and Humans Research Foundation (HHRF) has added Ann Alden, MA, to its board of directors.

Nutrition’s Role in Enhancing Aging Horses’ Immunity
Researchers working to identify nutritional intervention regimens to improve immune function in old horses.

‘Horses and the Law’ Blog Returns to TheHorse.com
Attorney Rachel Kosmal McCart joins TheHorse.com’s blogger stable to pen the “Horses and the Law” blog.

Horse Boarders’ Rights (or Lack Thereof)
What are your rights when you’re boarding your horse?
International Equine Disease Report, Second Quarter 2013
Reported diseases include CEM, strangles, influenza, EVA, EHV, piroplasmosis, salmonellosis, and more.

BHA Looks Ahead to IFHA Debate on Anabolic Steroids
The BHA supports the introduction of a minimum standard for anabolic steroid across racing nations.
Racehorse Second-Career Symposium Takes Place Oct. 5-6
The first national symposium dedicated to second careers for former racehorses will take place this weekend.

Understanding Equine Monocytic Ehrlichiosis
Equine monocytic ehrlichiosi (EME) has case fatality rates ranging from 5 to 30%.
October Drafts
Here in Central Kentucky we’re blessed with magnificent Octobers. Crisp air, stunning sunsets, a warm palette of turning leaves, the Keeneland race meet, and at

Solve Trailer Loading Issues
Robyn Spector, who trains out of Lone Willow Ranch in Petaluma, California, talks about how to handle trailer loading problems.

Racetracks, Industry Groups Push for Model Drug Rules
More than 50 tracks and organizations signed a letter supporting the model rules and drug-testing reform.

United States, Britain Join Canada in Bid to Host 2018 WEG
The United States has identified two potential host cities: Wellington, Fla., and Lexington, Ky.



