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Cerebellar Abiotrophy: Not Just for Arabians?
Cerebellar abiotrophy (CA) might be able to jump the “breed barrier” and affect other types of horses.
Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation Names New CEO
The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation (TRF) announced May 10 the appointment of Rob Hinkle as chief executive officer. Hinkle will be based in Lexington, Ky., and his appointment is effective immediately. Hinkle has nearly 20 years of experience
Anhidrosis Seminar Scheduled for May
Horse can develop anhidrosis, or non-sweating, at any point in their life, regardless of breed, age, or sex. Horses living in hot and humid climates are known to be at greater risk. The Sanctuary Equine Sports Therapy & Rehabilitation Center, located
Poll: Majority of Readers Have Not Used PRP Therapy
More than 300 readers of TheHorse.com responded to a poll asking, “For which of the following injuries has your horse been treated with platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy?”
New Hampshire Lawmakers Pass Meat Processing Bill
Lawmakers in New Hampshire have passed a bill establishing a state meat inspection system that some equine welfare advocates worry could facilitate horse processing in that state. HB 339-FN-A allows the New Hampshire state veterinarian to employ a
Tack and Habit Episode 50 – Hitched at the Halter
This week we hear about Helena’s blown knee, Glenn’s birthday gift and two cool products including the Thornhill Padded Leather Halter and the Swift Hitch!
Eventing Radio Episode 135 – Badminton Review & Rolex Preview
Lucinda Green and Jimmy Wofford review Badminton and preview Rolex. We hear from two of this year’s Rolex featured riders, Frankie Thierot and Debbie Rosen.
Western Radio Show Episode 51- Peter Campbell Horsemanship
Peter Campbell is an artist, a student of the horse, one of the very few horse trainers today who actually has made his living on
Horse Tip Daily 441 – Courtney King Dye
We share with you an excerpt of Courtney King Dye’s interview on the Dressage Radio Show. Her first time speaking out with us since her
Horse Tip Daily 440 – Must Enter Contests
Glenn had two must enter contests for you today! Listen in… Horse Tip Daily Episode 440 – Show Notes and Links: Check out all of
Horse Tip Daily 439 – Heather Blitz on Prix St. George to Grand Prix
Heather Blitz returns with her latest training tip taken from the Dressage Radio Show. Heather speaks about the transition from Prix St. George to Grand
Stable Scoop Episode 140 – Canadian Cowgirls and Helena’s Knee
We are joined by a couple of the Canadian Cowgirls this week to talk about all the cool things they do and Helena tells us
Kentucky Derby: Archarcharch, Battle of Hastings Doing Well After Surgery
Archarcharch and Battle of Hastings, two of the horses injured during the Kentucky Derby day races at Churchill Downs, are both doing well after surgery at Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital in Lexington, Ky. Both surgeries took place May 8.
Equine First-Aid Kits Recalled
A Wisconsin company is recalling their equine first-aid kits due to the possible contamination of sterile alcohol prep pads and iodine prep pads with an “objectionable organism” during manufacturing. In a letter sent to customers in April, Creative
Cushing’s and Insulin Resistance Conference Scheduled for August
The Equine Cushing’s and Insulin Resistance Group (ECIR Group) recently announced plans for the First Annual No Laminitis! Conference to take place on Aug. 5-7, 2011, hosted by Black Horse Consulting in conjunction with DeMario Farms of Chittenango,
Equine Land Conservation Resource Adds Diversity to Advisory Council
The Equine Land Conservation Resource (ELCR) welcomed four new members to the advisory council, which serves as a support structure for the organizations growth and future development. Each member brings unique and necessary knowledge to the table