Latest News – The Horse
America’s Horses Face Crisis
For those of us in the horse rescue field, today’s troubled economy has produced serious issues of horse welfare.
Selecting a Thoroughbred: The Role of Genetics
Researchers are learning what genes (when found or not found) could suggest about a Thoroughbred’s potential.
Seized North Carolina Hackney Pony Dies
A man facing multiple animal cruelty charges could face an additional charge after another of his ponies died.
PEC Annual Meeting to Feature Horse Health Presentations
Meeting will feature presentations on equine nutrition, parasite resistance, and equine disease traceability.
Guidelines for Managing Hendra at Horse Events Released
The guidelines were released in response to Australia’s deadliest hendra virus season in history.
Pfizer Animal Health Scholarship Returns in 2012
Up to 300 scholarships of $2,500 each will be awarded to assist students in all areas of veterinary medicine.
Do Whips Encourage Racehorses to Run Faster?
Researchers found that using a whip on a racehorse does not necessarily encourage him to run faster.
Lunn Named NC State CVM Dean
D. Paul Lunn, BVMS, MS, PhD, will begin his duties as dean of the NC State CVM on Feb. 15, 2012.
California Man Dead After Horse Stabbing Incident
California authorities shot and killed a man who threatened deputies after attacking his neighbor’s horse.
USDA Tracking Equine EEE, WNV Case Numbers
The USDA/APHIS is keeping a running tally of the number of confirmed cases of WNV, EEE, and WEE in the U.S.
Fall in Place: Create a Winter Paddock
You can greatly improve the health and productivity of your pastures by creating and using a winter paddock or “sacrifice area” to confine your horses.
New Ways of Thinking
Temple Grandin played to a standing-room-only house when she delivered the Second Bruce MacLaren Distinguished Lecture at Eastern Kentucky University in Richmond last week. If
The Many Faces of EPM, Take 2
Four veterinarians discuss equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM) diagnosis, what conditions it can appear to be, and effective treatment strategies.
Horse Wounds Part 2: First Aid, Wrapping, and Bandaging
Learn about basic horse wound first aid, including cleaning, antibiotic use, and wrapping/pressure bandage techniques with Dr. Christy Corp-Minamiji of Davis, Calif.
Are Stabled Horses at Increased Risk for Developing Colic?
Researchers found the frequency of intestinal contractions was lower in stabled horses than pastured horses.
Disaster Assistance Available to New Jersey Horse Farms
Several government organizations are offering disaster assistance to farm owners impacted by Hurricane Irene.
