Latest News – The Horse
EEE Detected in Cleburne County, Ala., Horse
At least one equine EEE case has been confirmed in Heflin, Ala.
Lawsuit Seeks Compensation for Reproductive Lab Fire
A Colorado woman is seeking $1 million to compensate for losses from the CSU Equine Reproductive Lab fire.
UK Ag Receives More than $500,000 to Help Beginning Farmers
The money will fund a training program for beginning farmers and those who are considering careers in farming.
Fall Armyworm Captures Hit All-Time High
Fall armyworms should not affect horses’ health or be confused with the Eastern tent caterpillar.
WVRC Denies Appeal in Anti-Slaughter Case
Mountaineer racetrack has an policy stating owners and trainers must ensure horses are not “put to slaughter.”
N.Y. Officials Encourage Equine EEE, WNV Vaccinations
Two EEE cases and one WNV case have been confirmed in New York horses this year.
eyeD to Provide Equine Identification at APHA World Show
Participating horses will receive a courtesy scan from eyeD at the identification station throughout the show.
EMS, PPID Focus of Second Equine Endocrinology Summit
Endocrinology researchers met to discuss equine metabolic syndrome (EMS) and equine Cushing’s disease (PPID).
What Do I Do with This Dead Horse? Part 2
Last week we discussed the general subject of disposal of equines–a sad and sometimes frustrating job for any horse person. This week we will look
The Threat of Rabies in Horses
Dr. Allison Stewart discusses the threat of rabies in horses and how to protect horses and humans.
BLM to Gather Wild Horse due to Severe Drought
Minimal forage growth and reduced water availability due to severe drought conditions necessitate the gather.
California’s 2012 Equine WNV Case Total Reaches 20
A 16-year-old horse from Yuba County and a 2-year-old horse from Shasta County were euthanized due to WNV.
New Jersey Bans Horse Processing Plant Development
Gov. Chris Christie signed legislation prohibiting the processing and sale of horsemeat for human consumption.
Study: Some Domestic Horses Possibly Too Reliant on Humans
Research suggests a strong human attachment could lead to impairment of a horse’s problem-solving abilities.
Equine Therapeutic Program Established at Texas A&M
Texas A&M University System Chancellor John Sharp yesterday (Sept. 24) announced the establishment of the Courtney Grimshaw Fowler Equine Therapeutic Program.
How to Properly Longe Your Horse
Learn tips for how to safely and properly longe a horse from Michelle Motyle of MM Training in Castro Valley, California.
