Latest News – The Horse

Spontaneous Quarter Crack? Check for Sheared Heels
One researcher says that it is very rare to see a spontaneous quarter crack not associated with sheared heels.
Ask the Vet LIVE: Post-Colic Care Podcast Archived
Ask the Vet LIVE Podcast recording for post-colic care is now archived.
USHJA Joins Unwanted Horse Coalition
The Coalition’s mission is to reduce the number of unwanted horses and to improve their welfare.
Lecture on Identifying an Equine Emergency Scheduled
On April 3, New Bolton Center will present “It’s 10 p.m. and My Horse Isn’t Right: When is it an Emergency?”

Benefits of Casts for Severe Horse Limb Injuries (AAEP 2011)
An equine surgeon described an improved casting technique to reduce cast complications.
Texas Horse Attacker Sought
Texas authorities are seeking whoever is responsible for beating a horse before setting it ablaze.

Top Thoroughbred Sire Fortunate Prospect, 31, Euthanized
The son of Thoroughbred stallion Northern Prospect out of the Lucky Debonair mare Fortunate Bid was 31.

Local Anesthesia’s Effect on MRIs of Horse Feet (AAEP 2011)
Researchers recently examined whether diagnostic anesthesia could skew the results of equine foot MRIs.

Managing Inflammatory Airway Disease in Horses (AAEP 2011)
Inflammatory airway disease is a top cause of decreased performance and affects up to 50% of equine athletes.
Oregon Horse Processing Plant Planned
n addition to the processing plant, the project includes an onsite equine “Rescue and Rejuvenation Program.”
Grayson-Jockey Club Funds 2012 Veterinary Research Projects
Research topics include foal pneumonia, laminitis, vitamin D’s role in immunity, and stem cell therapy.
California Confirms Two Cases of Non-Neurologic EHV-1
Published reports indicate that both horses recently attended the HITS Desert Horse Show in Thermal, Calif.
New York Thoroughbred Groups to Aid Retired Racehorses
The new group is designed to expand options for ex-racehorses and the demand for the breed in horse shows.
Equines Dressed to the Nines
My horse Dorado and I have a slight difference of opinion of how dirty he should be when he comes in from the field to

Equine Electrolyte Use and Gastric Emptying (AAEP 2011)
An effective electrolyte supplement replaces ion and water loss during exercise, one researcher said.
HBO Cancels ‘Luck’ After Third Horse Death
The show faced criticism after the first two horses died in racing accidents during season one filming.



