Latest News – The Horse
Common Reasons for Death in Older Horses Examined
Researchers examined the top reasons for death and euthanasia in older horses.
AVMA Honors UK Veterinarian
Craig N. Carter, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVPM, received a prestigious award at the 2011 AVMA Convention.
More Than 140 Ponies Die During Hindu Pilgrimage
Approximately 143 ponies have died while taking part in a Hindu pilgrimage to the Amarnath cave shrine.
Taking the Stress out of Vet Visits
What can vets and owners do to make veterinary visits less stressful for the horses and people involved?
Bee Swarm Responsible for California Horse Death
Swarming bees are being blamed for the death of a horse in Riverside Calif.
Tracking Stem Cells in Lower Legs After Injection
Researchers evaluate new tracking and delivery methods of stem cells in horses’ lower limbs.
Maryland Horse Industry Grants Available
The Maryland Horse Industry Board will be accepting grant applications for equine activities beginning Aug. 1.
Wyoming Authorities To Oppose Mustang Gather Lawsuit
The state of Wyoming will oppose a lawsuit aimed at stopping a Bureau of Land Management gather in that state.
Parade Protocol Recommendations for Horses
Special considerations should be made before taking a horse to a parade.
Governments Provide Additional Funding for Hendra Research
Queensland and New South Wales have both committed $3 million for hendra virus research.
Reward Offered for Information on Texas Horse Shooting
Authorities in Texas are seeking whoever is responsible for the shooting death of horse in Parker County.
New Control Strategies for Equine Infectious Anemia
EIA researchers are now recommending that we test many horses less frequently and focus more effort on finding untested carriers.
Equine Infectious Anemia: How to Avoid Spreading It
Humans pose a risk of transmitting blood-borne infections between horses, such as equine infectious anemia.
Tennessee Man Charged in Wild Horse Deaths
A Tennessee man is facing multiple charges in connection with the death of two BLM mustangs in Wyoming.
USA Equestrian Trust Awards Nearly $200,000 in Grants
This year the USA Equestrian Trust awarded a total of $198,822 in grants to 10 projects.
Liver Failure in Horses
Horses rarely experience liver failure, but when they do it’s important to diagnose and treat them quickly.
