Latest News – The Horse

Updating Equine Influenza Vaccines
Antigenic drift necessitates periodic vaccine updates to effectively combat new virus strains.
Jeremy Reynolds Wins 2011 Tevis Cup
Reynolds and the Arabian gelding Riverwatch clocked a time of 100 miles in 10 hours, 31 minutes.
Postcard from the AMMVEE Congress
More than 400 veterinarians attended September’s AMMVEE Congress, which took place in Guanajato, Mexico.

Study Examines Safety and Efficacy of Strangles Vaccines
A research team evaluates the effectiveness and safety of strangles vaccines on ponies of different ages.
12 Australian Horses Dead of Unknown Cause
Seven horses died and five were euthanized, but Australian officals say the cause of death is unknown so far.

Feral Horses’ Effects on Pine Trees and Grasses
Researchers found that pine trees flourished in areas feral horses roamed while some grasses struggled .

Corolla Wild Horse Herd Expansion Bill Advances
Federal legislation that would allow the Corolla Wild Horse herd to grow larger has advanced.
Decision on Dutrow Drug Infractions Due Next Week
Dutrow is expected to find out if he will be allowed to train again after alleged equine drug infractions.
Lecture on Managing the High-Risk Equine Pregnancy Scheduled
The New Bolton Center presents “Managing the High-Risk Pregnancy: Broodmares in the Third Trimester” Nov. 1.

Tevis 2011: Snow Forces Changes to Ride Route
The Tevis track was rerouted after six to 10 inches of snow fell on parts of the trail.

Extreme Weather Results in Lack of Forage for Horses
Extreme weather conditions are driving hay prices skyward and stretching owners’ resources in a tough economy.
More Charges Filed in Maryland Neglect Case
A Maryland farm operator has been charged with additional cruelty counts for allegedly neglecting her horses.
AHF Releases 2011 Equine Research Project Summaries
The Arabian Horse Foundation released summaries of the research projects the organization funded in 2011.
Pari-Mutuel Barrel Racing? Florida Officials to Decide
A Quarter Horse permit holder in Florida has asked the FDPMW for permission to host barrel races.
New Ohio Rule Allows Proactive Tail Docking by Veterinarians
Licensed Ohio veterinarians can now dock the tails of horses to prevent injury to the animals under HB 229.
Horses Added to Kentucky Proud Program
The KDA, KEEP, and KHC announced Oct. 6 that horses have been added to the Kentucky Proud program.



