Latest News – The Horse
Avoid Grazing Drought-Weakened Pastures Too Early
According to one pasture management specialist, drought-weakened pastures might not recover for several years.
Study Evaluates Pheromone Gel’s Calming Effects on Horses
Horses treated with pheromones were less stressed during cognitive sessions after travel than untreated ones.
HorseShow.com Launches ‘Coolest Horse’ Competition
Horse lovers and owners everywhere can now show why their favorite horse is the ‘coolest horse in the world.’
Georgia Couple Sentenced in Cruelty Case
The pair will serve probation and pay fines in connection with allegedly maltreating 41 horses.
Researchers Evaluate Endocrinopathic Laminitis Prevalence
Endocrinopathic laminitis might be more common in horses affected by endocrine disease than once believed.
Philadelphia Horse Owner Charged with Cruelty
Claritza Lopez-Fuentes allegedly abandoned a 9-year-old mare in a vacant city lot earlier this week.
Blue Horse Charities Donates $153,300 in Grants
Blue Horse Charities provides funds to organizations that place registered Thoroughbreds into adoptive homes.
N.Y. Standardbred Trainers Suspended for Drug Infractions
From March 21 to April 1 28 horses tested positive for oxymetazoline–a prohibited topical nasal decongestant.
Florida Pari-Mutuel Barrel Racing Begins Amid Disputes
It is the first pari-mutuel barrel racing in Florida and probably in the country.
Milne Lecture on Epidemiology (AAEP 2011)
Dr. Noah Cohen of Texas A&M University discusses how veterinarians and horse owners can more critically and accurately evaluate information on horse health care to select the most effective treatments. From the AAEP 2011 Convention.
Joint Therapies In Depth (AAEP 2011)
Dr. Larry Bramlage of Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital discusses the latest research on treating joint problems in horses from the 2011 AAEP Convention.
Understanding Chronic Pain
Chronic pain can’t be ignored, as it negatively impacts both a horse’s physiology and his mental health.
Detecting Discomfort
One of the challenges with equine pain management is often simply detecting a horse in pain and to what extent
Diagnosing Respiratory Infection
Could your horse have a respiratory disease? Here’s how your vet will find out.
Eliminating Ammonia
The products available to control ammonia buildup in barns boast a variety of forms and ingredients.
House Arrest: Your Horse on Stall Rest
Stall rest can be anything but restful for horse and owner alike. Here’s how to achieve the best possible outc
