Latest News – The Horse

Hendra Virus Still Causing Problems in Australia
Twelve horses in Queensland and New South Wales have tested positive for hendra virus since late June.
NARHA Gets New Name
The Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH International) is NARHA’s new
A Lucky Break
I’m a superstitious person. I’m not the one who panics if a black cat crosses their path (which is a good thing since my parents
Collision Blamed for Second Stampede Horse Death
A collision between two wagons during a chuckwagon race has been blamed for a fatal injury to a Thoroughbred

Thoroughbred Genetics Conference Scheduled for Sept. 7-8
The 2011 Thoroughbred Pedigree, Genetics, and Performance Conference will be held Sept. 7-8 in Lexington, Ky.,
Groups React to Breeders’ Cup Drug Phase-Out
For the most part Thoroughbred racing industry organizations that have weighed in on the plan by Breeders’ Cup

Contested Mustang Gather Postponed Again
Shortly after one judge declined to prevent the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) from gathering animals from
A Hivey Horse
My 5-year-old Quarter Horse mare has suddenly started developing hives/welts over the last few months.

Understanding Growth Factors in Regenerative Medicine
A better understanding of the growth factors require for tissue healing could enhance stem cells’ efficacy.
Minimize Laminitis Risks
As lush summer grass grows, unfortunately so does your horse’s risk for laminitis.
Ag Progress Days Offers Equine Lectures and Workshops
With a variety of demonstrations, workshops, and displays planned, the Equine Experience at Pennsylvania State

Treating Equine Orthopedic Injuries with Stem Cells
Find out how stem cells are currently being used to treat orthopedic injuries in horses and how the cells
Guilty Plea Entered in Virginia Horse Cruelty Case
A Virginia couple will serve six months in jail after pleading guilty to 10 counts of animal cruelty on July

Alltech Debuts KnowMycotoxins.com
Alltech’s KnowMycotoxins.com now offers a fresh take on conquering the challenge of mycotoxins. The website
Optimize Platelet-Rich Plasma for Best Results
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is becoming a common regenerative medical therapy for treating a wide range of

Understanding Kentucky Equine Land Use
The Commonwealth of Kentucky is a largely agricultural state. It’s the “Horse Capital of the World”, the large



