Latest News – The Horse
The Science Behind Acupuncture
Exploring the evidence regarding the use of acupuncture in equine medicine.
The Bare Foot
A horse’s genetics, trimming, and diet have a great impact on bare foot health.
Equine Insurance: Risk Management
Do you need equine insurance and, if so, what type? An experienced owner breaks down the countless options.
Making Sense of the Cushing’s-EMS-Hypothyroidism Puzzle
What is the difference between these three potentially confusing conditions?
WHN Update: "Train Pony" Surprises New Owner
Back in May, we told you about a British man who purchased two tickets for the local train … one for him and one for
Equine Alternative Medicine Gaining Steam in Vet Schools
Alternative medicine coursework in equine veterinary education has increased about 30% in the past decade.
Horse Slaughter Supporters, Opponents Face Off Online
Horse processing supporters and opponents have both posted petitions on a government website to gain support.
EHV-1 Quarantine Lifted at University of Tennessee
The EHV-1 quarantine at the UTVMC was lifted today (Sept. 30).
A Look Inside Your Horse’s Compounded Medications
Horse owners and veterinarians should ensure horses are receiving safe and effective compounded treatments.
Pennsylvania Authorities Probe Attacks on Ponies
Authorities are searching for whoever allegedly beat three Shetland ponies and tied one pony to the ceiling.
Books are useless!
Here’s to alcohol, the cause of Ñ and solution to Ñ all life’s problems. Books are useless! I only ever read one book, “To Kill
America’s Horses Face Crisis
For those of us in the horse rescue field, today’s troubled economy has produced serious issues of horse welfare.
Pfizer Animal Health Scholarship Returns in 2012
Up to 300 scholarships of $2,500 each will be awarded to assist students in all areas of veterinary medicine.
Guidelines for Managing Hendra at Horse Events Released
The guidelines were released in response to Australia’s deadliest hendra virus season in history.
PEC Annual Meeting to Feature Horse Health Presentations
Meeting will feature presentations on equine nutrition, parasite resistance, and equine disease traceability.
Seized North Carolina Hackney Pony Dies
A man facing multiple animal cruelty charges could face an additional charge after another of his ponies died.
