Latest News – The Horse
Spectacular Seniors Slated for London Olympic Equestrian Events
Few things are more exciting in the sports world than the Olympics. The 2012 Games, being held this year in London, get under way very
Authorities Charge Mother of Accused SAU Horse Thief
New information indicates the stolen horses were intended to be sold for profit.
New Mexico Equine Vesicular Stomatitis Case Count Rises
More than 20 vesicular stomatitis cases have now been confirmed in New Mexico horses.
Drought, Heat Push Horse Feed Costs Skyward
With no end to the drought and heat in sight, owners might have to rethink what they feed their horses.
Two Horses Euthanized on Hendra-Quarantined Property
The horses reportedly became ill and showed nervous signs before being put down at the owners’ request.
2012 Kentucky Equine Survey’s Final Fundraising Push
The 2012 Kentucky Equine Survey is in the final stages of data collection.
Gluck Center Develops New PCR Assay for EHV-1
Kathryn Smith developed and validated a new real-time polymerase chain reaction assay for equine herpesvirus.
A London Olympics Photo Album
Today I’m going to spare the prose and let the photos do the talking. Here is a collection of images taken during my first 24
BLM Seeks Comments on Proposed Wassuk Wild Horse Gather Plan
The BLM is proposing to gather 498 wild horses and remove approximately 400 excess wild horses from the range.
GABA, Carolina Gold Use Discovered at USEF Competitions
GABA is an inhibitory neurotransmitter and is a principal ingredient of the product “Carolina Gold.”
Major Racehorse Health Issues Discussed at RCI Meeting
Discussion topics included public veterinary records, commission authority over veterinarians, and Salix.
Nutrition, Genetics, and Equine Neuroaxonal Dystrophy
Researchers recently identified links between equine neuroaxonal dystrophy (NAD), nutrition, and genetics.
Feds Reveal Crundwell Horse Sale Details
Buyers will soon be able to bid on horses seized from embattled Quarter Horse breeder Rita Crundwell.
Ky. Council Discusses Voluntary Equine Rescue Certifications
The council discussed voluntary certifications for rescue and retirement facilities in the commonwealth.
RCI Tightens Model Rule on Shock Wave Therapy
The new rule states horses receiving ESWT will be ineligible to train or race for 10 days following treatment.
Walking Horse Groups Could Face USDA Sanctions
The USDA might decertify five Tennessee Walking Horse HIOs for not complying with new HPA enforcement rules.
