Latest News – The Horse
Plan Ahead to Reseed Pastures Best Results
The ideal time to reseed depends on the type of forage a producer selects.
New Zealand Authorities Review Illegal Horse Castrations
In New Zealand, only veterinarians and veterinary students supervised by vets can perform horse castrations.
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.
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
Researchers Test Equine Muscle Fatigue Sensor
Researchers tested electromyography for identifying equine muscle fatigue during exercise.
USAET Supports AAEP Foundation Laminitis Research Project
The USA Equestrian Trust recently granted $10,000 to the AAEP Foundation to support the study.
Jockey Club’s Revised Drug Rules Have Salix Provision
The Jockey Club has added a provision governing regulatory administration of furosemide on race day.
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.
Leptospirosis Confirmed in Kentucky Weanling
Veterinarians from Hagyard Equine Medical Center have confirmed leptospirosis in a Thoroughbred weanling.
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.
Drought Damage Dangers: Nitrates and Mycotoxins
Horse owners might be concerned about the potential for an unsafe feed supply this year due to the drought.
Creating a Sacrifice Area for Horses
Creating a sacrifice area can help protect horse pastures from wet weather or overgrazing.
New Treatment for Equine Bone Fragility Disorder Evaluated
Zoledronate appears effective in improving clinical signs associated with bone fragility disorder.
