Latest News – The Horse
ELCR Elects Colby Balazs to Board of Directors
A three-day eventer, Balazs is familiar with land use issues and is especially sensitive to land conservation.
California Rancher Faces 70 Animal Cruelty Charges
Dwight Bennett allegedly starved more than 50 horses on his ranch; Faces 70 counts of animal cruelty.
A Whale Tale
Attorneys for the animal rights group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) filed a lawsuit in federal district court last week claiming that
Run-In Shed Rundown
A good run-in shed, whether simple or elaborate, should follow some basic design concepts.
Endotoxemia Explained
Endotoxin release–which happens when the bowel’s checks and balances are altered–causes serious issues.
What’s Up with Wobblers?
Wobbler syndrome is no longer a death sentence for horses if detected and managed early.
A Shift in Veterinary Trends
In response to an evolving industry, equine veterinarians are reevaluating their specialties and adapting to change.
November KENA Meeting Focuses on Equine Law
Joel Turner, chair of the Frost Brown Todd Attorneys, LLC, equine law group, will speak to attendees.
Researcher: Prime Equine Performance Linked to Good Welfare
Horses need good health care, and to be treated fairly and as individuals to perform at their best.
Deadline Date for 2012 AHP Student Award Contest Jan. 16
Up to three $750 travel awards to attend the 2012 AHP Seminar will be awarded to applicants.
County Set to Vote on Florida Barrel Racing
Voters will decide if slot machines at the facility where a pari-mutuel barrel racing meet will be held.
Pfizer Returns to AAEP Convention for Four Days of CE
Pfizer will support continuing education (CE) for the organization’s veterinarian and student members.
The Horse as a Model for Human Research
Equine disease research results could be used to investigate similar health conditions in humans.
Equine Lameness and Podiatry Lecture Scheduled for Nov. 12
Equine lameness exams, regenerative medicine, podiatry advancements, and case studies will be discussed.
OIE, FEI: Updates Needed in South American Horse Movement
The OIE and FEI say outdated, unjustified import and export barriers have hurt the growth of equestrian sport.
Indiana Thoroughbred Trainer Handed 10-Year Abuse Suspension
Janey Adams is fighting a 10-year suspension resulting from the alleged maltreatment of a horse in her care.
