Latest News – The Horse
Researchers Examine Ancient Stallions’ Genetic Diversity
New research indicates that ancient stallions were far more genetically diverse before domestication.
Hendra Virus: Latest Confirmed Case Brings 2011 Total to 23
Another Australia horse has tested positive for hendra virus, bringing the nation’s 2011 total to 23 cases.
Suspended Trainer Dutrow Granted 30-Day Stay of Action
A judge granted the trainer a 30-day stay of action after officials suspended his license for 10 years.
New Clenbuterol Regulations at Los Alamitos Race Course
The new regulations were prompted by increased use of the substance as a replacement for anabolic steroids.
Royal Blue Boon, First Commercially Cloned Horse, Dies
The blue roan Quarter Horse mare died last week in Weatherford, Texas, at the age of 31.
Veterinarians Accompany Eventers to Pan Am Games
Vets from B.W. Furlong and Associates will accompany the U.S. and Canadian Eventing Teams to the Pan Am Games.
Rattlesnake Bites in Horses: A Retrospective Review
Researchers noted a 9% mortality rate in horses bitten by rattlesnakes.
Dentistry Groups Ponder Equine Veterinary Dental College
International dental groups are considering developing an equine veterinary dental specialty college.
Suspended Jockey Protests New Whip Rules in Britain
Richard Hughes says he will not race again unless the new regulations regarding whip use in races are changed.
Hendra Virus: An Unprecedented Australian Outbreak
Australian health authorities are dealing with an unprecedented number and distribution of hendra cases.
The State of the Equine Genome Sequence
The first equine genome was sequence was completed in 2007, but what is the state of that sequence in 2011?
Political Ponies
You can already see the signs of election season just about anywhere you turn in the United States–signs in people’s yards, billboard ads, and a
BLM to Close Herriman Wild Horse Holding Facility
A Utah-based BLM holding facility that some allege constituted an unhealthy environment for horses is closing.
Strongyle Egg Counts and Race Performance
High strongyle egg counts in Standardbred trotters didn’t have a negative association with racing performance.
Jockey Club Launches Program for Thoroughbred Sport Horses
The TIP will reward the versatility of the Thoroughbred horse through sponsorship of special classes at shows.
Houston Police Probe Horse Killing
Houston, Texas, police are seeking whoever is responsible for the stabbing death of a horse last week.
