Latest News – The Horse
Gluck Faculty to Speak at Thoroughbred Genetics Conference
Gluck faculty members will speak at the 2011 Thoroughbred Pedigree, Genetics, and Performance Conference.
Nanoparticles to Diagnose, Treat Equine Medical Conditions?
Researchers evaluate the possibility of using nanoparticles to diagnose and treat some ailments.
Drought Continues to Plague South Central United States
Horse owners, livestock producers, and farmers are all looking for help in getting through the dry spell.
Myostatin Gene in Thoroughbreds: Further Research Completed
Researchers are working to understand the link between the myostatin gene and Thoroughbreds’ racing potential.
New York Judge Rejects Certain Drug Testing Rules
The New York State Racing and Wagering Board regulations on out-of-competition testing require nullification.
Equine Melanoma: We Need to Help the Old Gray Mare
What exactly is equine malignant melanoma, and how can we control it? How does melanoma in horses, especially gray horses, contribute to our knowledge of melanoma progression and treatment in humans? Dr. John Robertson of Virginia Tech explains.
Speaker to Discuss ‘World-Class Service’ at AAEP Convention
Speaker Dennis Snow will guide practitioners in achieving service excellence during his Nov. 19 presentation.
New Mexico Horse Tests Positive for Rabies
An unvaccinated Eddy County, New Mexico horse has tested positive for rabies.
Wild Horse Sanctuary to Host Open House
The Wild Horse Sanctuary’s annual open house will take place Aug. 20 from 1:00 to 6:00 p.m.
The Effect of Training Partners on Social Separation
Researchers examined if using a herdmate as a training partner for a young horse beneficial in the long run.
Three New Hendra Cases, 19 Total, Confirmed in Australia
Three new cases of hendra virus were confirmed Aug. 17 in New South Wales, bringing the national total to 19.
West Nile Virus Confirmed in Texas Horses
The 2011 mosquito-borne disease season is in full swing as two Texas horses have tested positive for WNV.
Standardbred Retirement Foundation Announces Win*Win Program
The SRF announced a program to allow Standardbred owners to share in racehorses’ earnings with horses in need.
Purchasing Used Tack & Equipment
The purchase of good, used tack can be an economical alternative to purchasing new tack and equipment.
Is Your Horse’s Bit Harmful to His Mouth?
The results of a recent study suggest that bits could cause bone spurs and dental damage in some horses.
Warrant Issued in Texas Horse Deaths
Texas authorities have obtained an arrest warrant for the caretaker of nine horses that died last week.
