Latest News – The Horse
Search for Horses Displaced by Isaac Continues
Disaster response teams in Louisiana offer immediate help for horses lost during Hurricane Isaac.
‘Gaited’ Gene Mutation and Related Motion Examined
Researchers have identified and are studying a gene mutation linked to altered gait in horses.
Long-term Clenbuterol Use in Horses Studied
While the drug initially reduced airway sensitivity, long-term use seems to result in reduced effectiveness.
How to Bandage a Horse’s Leg with Vetrap
Learn how to properly bandage a wound on a horse’s leg using padding and Vetrap with Dr. Isabelle Kilcoyne of the University of California, Davis.
Ask the Vet LIVE: Equine Cushing’s Disease (PPID), Sept. 18
During this live event, our experts will answer your questions about caring for the Cushingoid horse.
Freestyle Medals Awarded at Para-Equestrian Games
The Para-Equestrian Dressage at the Paralympic Games closed with the freestyle competition.
New Mexico Track to Enforce Strict Drug Guidelines
Ruidoso Downs chairman says serious drug offenders will be banned from the track’s property starting in 2013.
Additional Case of EEE Confirmed in Wisconsin
An additional case of Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) has been confirmed in Wisconsin.
Next 24 Hours ‘Critical’ in Case of Racehorse Paynter
Ailing Haskell Invitational winner fights infected catheter after receiving treatment for fever
Equine Temporohyoid Osteoarthropathy Studied
Researchers looked at common signs, diagnostics, and treatments for equine temporohyoid osteoarthropathy.
TLAER Founder, Primary Instructor to Retire in 2013
Tomas Gimenez, Dr.Med.Vet, will retire in 2013 after a career of improving large animal rescue techniques.
Pfizer to Donate more than $1.1 million to AAEP, FFA, AABP
The American Association of Equine Practitioners Foundation received funds for the first time this year.
Volunteers Celebrated at Penn Vet’s New Bolton Center
The George D. Widener Hospital for Large Animals has one of the world’s largest equine clinical faculties.
Protecting Horses in Response to the Recent Increase in WNV
Protect horses by vaccinating against the disease and taking measures to prevent mosquito bites.
Researchers Evaluate Horses as Model of Human Depression
Researchers found that depressed horses behave in a similar manner to depressed humans.
Baker, Puch Take Gold in Monday’s Paralympic Freestyle
Natasha Baker (GBR) and Pepo Puch (AUT) took home freestyle golds in their respective Grades.
