Latest News – The Horse
In-Depth: Understanding Radiographs (X rays)
Dr. Liberty Getman, a surgeon at Tennessee Equine Hospital, describes the differences between plain-film, computed, and digital radiographs (X ray) and shows how a veterinarian takes digital radiographs of a horse’s lower leg.
New Zealand Authorities Review Illegal Horse Castrations
In New Zealand, only veterinarians and veterinary students supervised by vets can perform horse castrations.
Plan Ahead to Reseed Pastures Best Results
The ideal time to reseed depends on the type of forage a producer selects.
N.J. Horse WNV-Positive; Officials Encourage Vaccination
An 11-year-old Quarter Horse mare from Salem County has tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV).
Kentucky’s Second Equine WNV Case of 2012 Confirmed
The affected horse–an 18-year-old Tennessee Walking Horse from Laurel County–had no WNV vaccination history.
‘Cup’ Feeder Slows Horses’ Consumption Rate, Reduces Waste
Researchers found that a specially designed feeder can slow horses’ rate of consumption and reduce feed waste.
Senior Superstars Shined Bright at London Olympics
Just as quick as they seemed to arrive, the equestrian events at the 2012 Olympic Games are in the history books. Before the Games, I
Leptospirosis Confirmed in Kentucky Weanling
Veterinarians from Hagyard Equine Medical Center have confirmed leptospirosis in a Thoroughbred weanling.
Lecture on New Equine Fracture Repair Techniques on Sept. 4
On Tuesday, Sept. 4, New Bolton Center will present a lecture on new techniques in equine fracture repair.
Jockey Club’s Revised Drug Rules Have Salix Provision
The Jockey Club has added a provision governing regulatory administration of furosemide on race day.
USAET Supports AAEP Foundation Laminitis Research Project
The USA Equestrian Trust recently granted $10,000 to the AAEP Foundation to support the study.
Researchers Test Equine Muscle Fatigue Sensor
Researchers tested electromyography for identifying equine muscle fatigue during exercise.
Univ. of Md. Extension Schedules Routine Horse Care Lectures
The three-part series will cover routine veterinary, farriery, and dental care.
Biosecurity Queensland: Equestrians Need Biosecurity Plans
A biosecurity plan is essential to minimizing the risk of horse pests and diseases, including hendra virus.
"Rollkur": Dressage’s Dirty Word
Exaggerated flexion of a horse’s poll and neck, although surely practiced in the past, became popularized (so to speak) in dressage in the 1980s when
MSU to Host 2012 Grazing School Sept. 12-13
Many grazing strategies will be discussed during a two-day grazing school at the Lake City Research Center.
