Latest News – The Horse
Take Winter by Storm–On-Farm Emergency Preparedness
We’ve been lucky so far; most of North America has survived the first part of winter without much in the way of major storms. But
State Of The States
It’s that festive time of year againÑtrees and lights and presents and carols and turkey . . . and the Animal Legal Defense Fund’s annual
New Equine Guelph Tool Helps Horse Owners Identify Lameness
The Lameness Lab will allow horse owners to discover the causes and factors contributing to increased risk.
FEI Invites Submissions for 2013 Equine Prohibited List
The FEI’s new system allows external parties to submit suggestions for the 2013 Prohibited Substance List.
Drug Combo Could Improve Safety of Equine Anesthesia
A combination of guiafenesin and propofol reduced adverse reactions that occur when propofol is used alone.
Louisiana SPCA Probes Cart Horse Death
A horse hitched to a cart on a New Orleans street collapsed and died last week.
Not all Equine Heart Abnormalities are Abnormal
While some equine heart problems can be life- or career-threatening others typically don’t impact performance.
High-Field Equine MRI Now Available in Southern California
A mobile MRI suite will be available at Helen Woodward Equine Hospital in Rancho Santa Fe, Calif., as needed.
AHC Opposes Proposed Changes to Child Labor Rules on Farms
The proposed rule would effectively bar workers under 16 from working in most capacities in agriculture.
MHIB Touch of Class Award Presented to Tiffany McClure
McClure is the International Professional Rodeo Association’s 2010 World Champion Barrel Racer.
Horse Handling Table Topic (AAEP 2011)
Understanding how the horse sees the world is key to developing a practical handling approach.
Laminitis Prevention and Intervention in Hospitalized Horses
Hospitalized horses are at an increased risk for developing laminitis as a complication of injury or illness.
MSU Veterinary Student Selected for Prestigious Scholarship
The MSU College of Veterinary Medicine congratulates Laura Hoholik, a Markel Scholarship recipient.
Researcher Working to Better Understand West Nile Virus
Bernard is examining interactions between the body, the West Nile virus, and even the mosquito saliva.
Practical Tips for Managing Obese Horses and Ponies
The ideal way to manage an obese horse or pony is to prevent it from becoming obese in the first place.
Norm Luba Named 2011 Friend of the UK Equine Initiative
Luba was recognized for his leadership, vision, and work on behalf of the Equine Initiative.
