Latest News – The Horse
Large-Animal Rescue Training Scheduled at EKU
The training is scheduled for March 30-Apr. 1, 2012 and will take place in Richmond, Ky.
UHC Welcomes KEHC and New Vocations as New Members
The UHC is pleased to welcome the Kentucky Equine Humane Center and New Vocations to the coalition.
The Toe Crena: A Laminitic Link?
Research is needed to determine if the toe crena could be used as a prognostic indicator for laminitic horses.
Taking A Dip in the Pool?
It is a common technical equine rescue for many communities–to find a horse trapped in a pool in someone’s backyard, and have to figure out
Fish Or Cut Bait
The sound you heard echoing through the corridors of power in Washington a couple of weeks ago was the back door slamming shut, ending a
Pennsylvania Man Charged with Animal Cruelty
A Pennsylvania man is facing multiple animal cruelty charges in connection with the alleged maltreatment
Wild Horse and Burro Program Table Topic (AAEP 2011)
Population control strategies, adoption screening procedures, and wild horse public image were discussed.
Equine Welfare Monitoring System Under Evaluation
The system includes animal-based measurements developed from criteria described in scientific literature.
MSU Alum Receives ‘Legend of the Year’ Award
Tanja Molby, DVM, received the Legend of the Year award for helping to create the Michigan Equine Foundation.
Southern Arkansas University Student Charged in Horse Thefts
An SAU student and member of the school’s competitive rodeo team was arrested in connection with the theft.
Accused New York Horse Owner Facing New Charges
A New York woman accused of maltreating horses is facing new charges for failing to contain her animals.
Indiana Equine Operations Support $2 Billion Industry
Many equine operators view ventures as more hobby than business, according to a Purdue University survey.
Lameness in the Racehorse Table Topic (AAEP 2011)
Attendees discussed hoof lameness, club feet, track surface’s effect on lameness, back and neck pain, and EPM.
Treating Laminitis with Acupuncture
One researcher says accupuncture’s pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory effects can help laminitic horses.
Tennessee Walking Horse Celebration CEO to Retire
Doyle Meadows, PhD, chief executive officer (CEO) of the Tennessee Walking Horse (TWH) Celebration, has
HSUS Assists Horse Rescue in Wake of Storm Damage
The organization plans to use the funds to replace horses’ winter blankets that were lost in the floods.
