Latest News – The Horse
Bond Conditions Set in McConnell Soring Case
McConnell is not allowed to train client horses while awaiting his trial for alleged HPA violations.
Applications for AAEP Foundation Funding Due May 1
Priority emphasis will be given to applications that have the most impact on horse health and welfare.
Strangles Confirmed at New York Harness Racetrack
Live racing has been canceled due to a strangles outbreak on the backside at Saratoga Casino and Raceway.
Acupuncture Use in Equine Reproduction (AAEP 2011)
Studies in human medicine are yielding promising results to support aucpuncture use in equine reproduction.
KHC Offers Relief to Horse Owners Impacted by Tornadoes
The Kentucky Horse Council (KHC) is providing coordination for the U.S. Equine Disaster Relief Fund.
Clinical Outcomes of Large Intestine Thickening (AAEP 2011)
Researchers find large intestinal thickening could indicate multiple diseases in addition to colic.
The Equine Mind: Top 10 Things to Know
Horse owners benefit from an understanding what goes on in a horse’s brain, according to one veterinarian.
HSUS Wants Felony Charges for Using Chemicals on Horses
The HSUS calls for felony charges for using chemicals to sore and mask soring on Tennessee Walking Horses.
Eastern Tent Caterpillar Egg Hatch Under Way in Central Ky.
Experts report that this year’s Eastern tent caterpillar egg hatch is about a week ahead of average.
Weed of the Month: Red Maple
Red maple is a valued landscaping tree in the eastern United States and Canada but is also toxic to horses.
Complicated Equine Skin Diseases
Complicated and emerging equine skin disorders do exist, but they are rare, according to one researcher.
Leadership Straight from the Horse’s Mouth
Local equine-industry leaders will examine how the horse influenced their personal leadership development
Zenyatta to be Bred to Tapit in 2012
Zenyatta, 2010 Horse of the Year, will be bred this year to Gainesway Farm stallion Tapit for a 2013 foal.
BLM Lists Range Improvement Projects
BLM will spend $300,000 on 12 projects to improve conditions where wild horses and burros reside.
Air Travel Research on Stress and Welfare
Dr. Jan Willem de Gooijer of The Netherlands is the house veterinarian for the local zoo and the mounted police unit. He also works with
Equine Head Flexion and Airway Inflammation (AAEP 2011)
Vets examined upper airway obstruction in horses being ridden and when displaying “normal” head carriage.
