Latest News – The Horse

EEE, WNV Confirmed in Massachusetts Horses
This is the first equine WNV case and the fourth equine EEE case confirmed in Massachusetts this year.

Poll Recap: Tractor Tendencies
Of the 530 voters, 63% said they own a tractor, while 10% said they borrow a tractor if they need one.
Help Horse Owners in Flood-Ravaged Colorado
Horse owners can aid affected horsemen and women by donating to the USEF Equine Disaster Relief Fund.

No Pattern Seen in Ellis Park Racehorse Fatalities
Officials say there’s no explanation for the spike in fatalities during the recently concluded race meet.

Top Reproduction Studies of 2012-’13
Two veterinarians describe recent equine reproduction studies they found interesting and influential.
Oops, I Bought a Horse
You know how sometimes when your dressage horse has been off-and-on lame for more than a year and you’re kind of feeling sad because everyone
Common Parasite Eggs Found in Fecals
What species of parasites are identified in a fecal egg count test?

Trail Riding Safety for Hunting Season
While the fall weather is cooler and often more pleasant for riding, if you live near or trail ride in rural areas it is extremely important that you are aware of hunting season safety points.

Fourth Kentucky Horse Tests Positive for WNV
The unvaccinated 8-year-old Percheron/Standardbred cross mare is reportedly recovering.
Two Indicted on Charges Connected to Horse Hauling Accidents
Two connected to horse transport company Three Angels Farms were indicted earlier this month.

Initial Test Negative in Possible EHV-1 Case
A preliminary EHV-1 test on a horse euthanized at Bowie Training Center came back negative.

Is Clipping Still Stressful for Well-Behaved Horses?
Study results suggest that even if horses don’t seem to mind clipping, they might still find it stressful.

Deworming: One Size Doesn’t Fit All
Work with your veterinarian to develop an individualized deworming plan that caters to your horse’s needs.

What is an FEI Vet?
Right in time for the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, Dr. Erin Denny-Jones talks about what it means to be an FEI vet.

Laminitis Consortium Continues Extensive Research Program
Researchers from The Laminitis Consortium published the results of four more laminitis-associated studies.

Study: Sires’ Genes Form the Equine Placenta
Researchers determined that it’s the sire’s genes that take the lead in developing the mare’s placenta.



