Latest News – The Horse
Why Ride Seniors?
Last October and as my now 17-year-old Thoroughbred had just received the okay to start trotting under tack after recovering from an injury, I wrote
Queensland Horse Euthanized after Contracting Bat Lyssavirus
This is the first case where Australian bat lyssavirus has been identified in a horse.
Equine Guelph to Offer Equine Genetics Course
Equine Guelph will offer a 12-week equine genetics course in the fall of 2013.
How Much Weight Can Horses Comfortably Carry?
Horses topped out at 29% of their body weight in a study that evaluated gait changes when loaded.
Red Urine Risk After Tying Up Episode
Dr. Erica McKenzie of Oregon State University shares why red urine is a concern in horses that are tying up.
Wash. Owners Urged to Vaccinate Horses against WNV
Washington animal health officials are advising owners to make sure their horses are vaccinated against WNV.
Women Leaders and Obamacare Added to AHC?s Issues Forum
The forum will also feature a report on the progress of the National Equine Health Plan.
Horse Show Gone to the … Alligators?
When you live in Florida, you expect to have the occasional run in with some large reptiles, right? As surprising as it can be, Floridians
Motion, Smithwick, Pino Receive MHIB Touch of Class Awards
The awards honor Maryland horses and individuals that demonstrate standards of excellence.
Study: Not All Biosecurity Protocols Effective
Researchers say not all biosecurity protocols owners use will protect horses from infectious diseases.
RACE Fund Online Auction Begins May 25
The RACE Fund is launching spring fund drive auction to help raise funds for racehorse retirement and rescue.
Women Leaders and Obamacare Added to AHC’s Issues Forum
The forum will feature a panel on the future of the industry and a presentation on how the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, better known as “Obamacare,” could affect the horse industry.
Lecture on Equine General Anesthesia Scheduled
The lecture will address a variety of details regarding equine general anesthesia.
Kentucky Horse Council Executive Director to Retire
Ginny Grulke, executive director of the council since 2005, will retire July 1, 2013.
Sport Horse Science
There are few places as horsecentric as Newmarket, England, a small town 90 minutes north of London known for its prestigious race meets and first-class
Florida Horse Rescue Operator Charged
The rescue operator allegedly maltreated horses in her care and falsified health reports.
