Latest News – The Horse
Queensland Public Invited to Take Flying Fox, Hendra Survey
Flying foxes are the type of Australian fruit bat that transmits the deadly hendra virus to horses.
BLM Extends Deadline for Wild Horse Ecosanctuary Proposals
The BLM is extending its deadline for private land wild horse ecosanctuary proposals from Aug. 29 to Sept. 19.
Medals Awarded in Team, Individual Paralympic Equestrian
Medals in both the team and individual para-dressage competition were awarded today.
Don’t Call Them Disabled
Do I feel sorry for a person with a limp, a missing limb, or some other physical challenge? Yeah, I do — until that
Animal Science Programs
There’s a school with an equine program that best suits your desired career path.
Penn State Equine Grazing School, Sept. 22
The grazing school will take place on Sept. 22 and will cover a variety of pasture and forage related topics.
CHRB Panel Recommends Equine Medication Rule Changes
The organization endorsed a proposal to have Salix administered by certain veterinarians only.
Special-Needs Athletes? Not These Horses, Vets Say
Paralympic dressage horses often necessitate the same medical care as dressage horses for able-bodied riders.
Fusion for Bone Spavin
Could an 18-year-old active Quarter Horse with bone spavin be a candidate for alcohol joint fusion?
Grazing on Lawn Grass
We intend to bring our mare home where most of the pasture was our lawn. We’ve never used chemicals but I am n
Stall Rest Suggestions
I have a horse that is on stall rest while recovering from a fractured humeru
On Stall Rest and Low Spirits
What can I do to keep my horse’s spirits up while he’s on stall rest? Rather than becoming agitated, he seems
Paralympic Debutants Take Grade II, IB Gold Medals
The first equestrian medals of the London 2012 Paralmypic Games won by first-time Paralympians.
Tumors and Treatments
These lumps and bumps can mean trouble, but researchers are making headway in defining treatment strategies.
Veterinarians Urge Vaccination against West Nile Virus
It’s not too late to ensure your horse is properly vaccinated against the potentially deadly West Nile virus.
Governor Implements New Ky. Race-Day Drug Regulations
Gov. Steve Beshear implemented regulations reforming some aspects of the state’s equine medication policy.
