Latest News – The Horse
Equestrians from 41 Nations Qualify for 2012 London Olympics
Riders from 41 nations have qualified to compete in the equestrian events at the London 2012 Olympic Games.
Supporting Limb Laminitis in Casted Horses (AAEP 2011)
Study horses treated with full-limb casts had a fivefold greater risk of developing laminitis.
Equestrian Among 2012 Olympic Hall of Fame Nominees
Among the 18 nominees is William Steinkraus, a member of the U.S. show jumping team at five Olympic Games.
Utah Bill Would Ban Unauthorized Photography on Farms
The bill would forbid photography or videography at agricultural operations without the owner’s permission.
Microstructural Alterations and Navicular Bone Degeneration
Researchers hope to more fully characterize alterations at the microscopic level in diseased navicular bones.
Tipster Gets Cash Reward Connected to HPA Violation Case
The tipster provided information leading to the arrests and convictions of those involved in a soring case.
Mississippi Horse Shootings Probed
Police are seeking whoever is responsible for shooting three horses; two are dead while the other recovers.
Evaluating Horse Feet, Legs, and Gaits (AAEP 2011)
One researcher described how to evaluate horses’ feet, legs, and gaits for potential soundness or lameness.
BHA Announces Amendments to Whip Rules
One board member said “there is not a welfare problem associated with the use of the cushioned whip.”
Suture Material Matters for Abdominal Incisions (AAEP 2011)
Researchers compared different suture materials’ integrity for closing abdominal incisions from colic surgery.
TWH Trainer, Three Others Indicted on HPA Violations
Trainer Jackie L. McConnell and three others are accused of violating the HPA by soring horses.
The Role of Epidemiology in Equine Practice (AAEP 2011)
Epidemiology, the study of determinants of disease in populations, is important for managing horse health.
Ask the Vet LIVE: Post-Colic Care March 15
Tune in on Thursday, March 15, 8 p.m., EDT, for TheHorse.com’s free Ask the Vet LIVE audio and chat event.
Eastern Tent Caterpillars Hatching Earlier This Year
Research has proven the caterpillars caused outbreaks of mare reproductive loss syndrome (MRLS).
USDA: Equine Operations Now Eligible for Emergency Loans
Equine operations that breed, raise, and sell certain types of horses are now eligible for emergency loans.
Horse Dies at Florida Rodeo
The bucking horse was euthanized after sustaining a broken leg at the Orange Blossom Festival Rodeo.
