Latest News – The Horse
Neck, Back Mobilization Help Treat Equine Back Pain
Research has shown that performing carrot stretches can strengthen the muscles that stabilize a horse’s back.
Nutritional Support for Equine Digestive Health
Balancing the digestive system is key to maintaining equine health by improving nutrient absorption.
Intravenous Catheter Care for Horses
Sometimes horses might be sent home from the hospital with an intravenous catheter for medications. Here’s how to properly use, care for, and identify problems with these catheters in horses, with Dr. True Baker from the Woodford Equine Hospital.
2011 AAEP Preview
Just beyond the famed San Antonio River Walk’s banks, 6,000-plus equine veterinarians, veterinary students, technicians, trade show exhibitors, and guests will set up shop come Nov. 18-22. The 57th Annual Convention of the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) will convene in Alamo City, and attendees will learn about hundreds of veterinary topics.
Southern Arkansas University Police Seek Horse Thieves
The thieves made off several horses from the stables at the school’s Magnolia campus earlier this week.
South Carolina Horse Shooting Investigated
Authorities are seeking those responsible for the shooting death of a horse in Anderson County last month.
Horse Treadmill Makes Learning Equine Science Fun for Youth
The Rutgers ESC has added a virtual tour of their exercise physiology laboratory to their website.
Not Guilty Plea Entered in New York Cruelty Case
A woman accused of maltreating horses on her Saratoga County property has pleaded not guilty to the charges.
Leg Weights Help Rehabilitate Hind Limb Gait Issues
Bracelets and leg weights strengthen and activate certain muscles to help improve hind end gait abnormalities.
FEI President Celebrates Equine Vets at 2011 WEVA Congress
FEI President HRH Princess Haya delivered the opening address at the 2011 WEVA Congress in India on Nov. 2.
BHA: Changes to Grand National Could Improve Equine Welfare
Recommended changes include raising the minimum equine age allowed to run and expanded veterinary inspections.
Drug to Treat PPID Clinical Signs Receives FDA Approval
The newly approved medication is the first and only FDA-approved product for managing PPID in horses.
Maryland Men Charged in Wild Horse Shooting
The pair are facing charges in connection with the death of a wild horse at the Assateague National Seashore.
Researchers Use Models to Learn Why Equine Bodies Break
Using computational modeling, researchers can examine “what if” scenarios related to equine injuries.
Community Vote Set on Slots for Florida Barrel Racers
The community will vote on if slot machines will be allowed at the first pari-mutuel barrel racing facility.
Botulism or Ticks Likely Caused Australian Horse Deaths
Botulism and scrub tick infestations both cause the progressive muscular paralysis seen in the deceased horses
