Latest News – The Horse
Thoroughbred Trainer Graham Motion Wins Inaugural MHIB Award
Graham Motion, trainer of Kentucky Derby winner Animal Kingdom, received the inaugural “Touch of Class” Award.
How to Prepare for a Trip With Your Horse
Getting ready to trailer your horse can include everything from inspecting the truck and trailer lights to loading practice, vaccinations, and health certificates. Haul your horse safely with these tips from Dr. Christy Corp-Minamiji of Davis, Calif.
MSU Extension to host Grazing School Sept. 12-13
The MSU Extension grazing school will take place Sept. 12-13 in Lake City, Mich.
New Illinois Law Helps Boarding Barn Operators
Illinois barn operators can recoup costs of caring for horses abandoned by their owners under the new law.
Thailand Hosts WEVA’s 2011 Intermediate Meeting
Members of WEVA gathered in Bangkok, Thailand, May 9-11 for the organization’s 2011 intermediate meeting.
Washington International Horse Show: Showing in the City
The Washington International Horse Show has some unique challenges for the competing horses and riders.
Search Under Way for 22 Horses Swept Away by Irene
The New York-based owner of 22 horses swept away during Hurricane Irene is hoping to recover his animals.
Study: Horses Prefer Nonacidic Water
A team of researchers recently revealed that horses tend to prefer water with neutral pH levels than low pH.
Commentary: Perception of Medications and Racing
Can we blame Salix and race-day medications for the bad perception horse racing seems to draw from the public?
Champion Thoroughbred Beautiful Pleasure Dies
The 1999 Breeders’ Cup Distaff winner was euthanized after a battle with equine laminitis.
Study: Improved Owner Education Needed for Older Horse Care
Some important medical conditions are being overlooked by some owners and caretakers of geriatric horses.
New Campaign Assists Vermont Horse Owners Affected by Irene
A newly launched campaign in Vermont hopes to assist owners affected by the storm care for their horses.
Electrochemotherapy Successful in Treating Equine Sarcoids
Electrochemotherapy yielded a high nonrecurrence rate of 99.5% for individual sarcoids in the current study.
Federal Judge Warns BLM over Helicopter Use in Roundups
A judge has instructed helicopter pilots in BLM wild horse gathers to use caution when driving the horses.
NTRA Alliance Education Seminar Scheduled
The 2011 NTRA Professional Education Seminar will be held Oct. 18-19 at Keeneland Race Course.
September KENA Meeting Focuses on Equine Stem Cell Therapy
The September KENA meeting will focus on the use of stem cell therapy to treat injuries in horses.
