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Researchers Examine Ancient Stallions’ Genetic Diversity
New research indicates that ancient stallions were far more genetically diverse before domestication.
Veterinarians Accompany Eventers to Pan Am Games
Vets from B.W. Furlong and Associates will accompany the U.S. and Canadian Eventing Teams to the Pan Am Games.
Rattlesnake Bites in Horses: A Retrospective Review
Researchers noted a 9% mortality rate in horses bitten by rattlesnakes.
Dentistry Groups Ponder Equine Veterinary Dental College
International dental groups are considering developing an equine veterinary dental specialty college.
Suspended Jockey Protests New Whip Rules in Britain
Richard Hughes says he will not race again unless the new regulations regarding whip use in races are changed.
Hendra Virus: An Unprecedented Australian Outbreak
Australian health authorities are dealing with an unprecedented number and distribution of hendra cases.
The State of the Equine Genome Sequence
The first equine genome was sequence was completed in 2007, but what is the state of that sequence in 2011?
Political Ponies
You can already see the signs of election season just about anywhere you turn in the United States–signs in people’s yards, billboard ads, and a
Expanded Poster Session Added to Laminitis Conference
The International Equine Conference on Laminitis and Diseases of the Foot features an expanded poster session.
Houston Police Probe Horse Killing
Houston, Texas, police are seeking whoever is responsible for the stabbing death of a horse last week.
Jockey Club Launches Program for Thoroughbred Sport Horses
The TIP will reward the versatility of the Thoroughbred horse through sponsorship of special classes at shows.
Strongyle Egg Counts and Race Performance
High strongyle egg counts in Standardbred trotters didn’t have a negative association with racing performance.
BLM to Close Herriman Wild Horse Holding Facility
A Utah-based BLM holding facility that some allege constituted an unhealthy environment for horses is closing.
Breeders’ Cup Participants to Support Retired Racehorses
Breeders’ Cup participants will pledge a percentage of their earnings to support retired racehorses’ care.
New Jersey Reports First West Nile Case of Year
An unvaccinated 11-year-old mare from Monmouth County, N.J., tested positive for WNV on Oct. 12.
Restorative Dentistry in Horses
Advancements in equine restorative dentistry are giving owners options when faced with some dental disorders.
