Latest News – The Horse
When Foals Attack
Introducing a foal to a halter can be a tricky proposition, and a potentially dangerous one for the handler. Also dangerous, apparently, is standing around
2011 Rutgers Equine Science Update Scheduled for Dec. 8
The evening will include a high-speed treadmill demonstration and an Equine Science Center activity update.
USEF Drugs and Medication Rule Changes Effective Dec. 1
NSAID administration, the use of flunixin, and anabolic steroid classification are among the noted changes.
Hickstead’s Death Remains Under Investigation
The sudden death of show jumping champion mount Hickstead could have been caused by a number of factors.
N.Y. Bill Would Create Statewide Cruelty Convict Registry
Convicted animal cruelty offenders would be required to register with a statewide animal cruelty database.
Thoroughbred Champion Uncle Mo Retired
Mike Repole’s Uncle Mo, last year’s champion 2-year-old male who was scratched out of this year’s Kentucky
Proposed FEI ‘Blood Rule’ Causes Controversy
The proposed rule suggests horses with blood anywhere on their bodies during an dressage test be excused.
Could Vices in Horses be the Basis for a Legal Battle?
A researcher discusses what counts as an equine vice and where the fault might lie in a court of law.
Clark Resigns as CEO of Hagyard Equine Medical Institute
Andrew Clark, DVM, MBA,has decided to resign his position as Hagyard CEO effective Dec. 31, 2011.
Show Jumping Champion Hickstead Dead
The Canadian stallion collapsed and died following a jumping round in Vernoa, Italy.
Breeders’ Cup: All Classic Horses Reportedly Healthy
All the horses that ran in the Nov. 5 race came out of the race in good shape.
Judge Allows Wild Horse Advocates to Join Wyoming Case
Three wild horse advocacy groups have joined a case surrounding mustangs that have strayed onto private lands.
Longeing in Neck Hyperflexion Might Not Cause Horses Stress
No significant differences in stress between horses working in hyperflexion and those that did not were noted.
Fall Horse Health Care Tips
Taking certain steps during autumn months can help ensure your horse maintains his good health.
Breeders’ Cup: Smith Gets Classic Redemption on Drosselmeyer
2010 Belmont Stakes winner Drosselmeyer and jockey Mike Smith won the 2011 Breeders’ Cup Classic.
Minnesota Equine Development Coalition Formed
The Equine Development Coalition of Minnesota advocates for residents who depend on a healthy equine industry.
