Latest News – The Horse
Wyoming House Leaders: Allegations Against Wallis Unfounded
Leaders of the Wyoming House of Representatives have declared allegations of ethics violations stemming from a complaint filed by a Wyoming resident against State Representative Sue Wallis unfounded. Wallis was the primary sponsor of HB 122, a measure allowing Wyoming livestock authorities to process abandoned horses and sell the meat. The measure also allows Wyoming livestock authorities to
Researcher: Bacteria Evenly Distributed Across Horses’ Bodies
Residing in horses’ skin are microorganisms known as skin flora–generally nonpathogenic bacteria that can cause skin disease, joint infections, and life-threatening illnesses if they enter the bloodstream or a joint, such as through an incision in the skin. According to the results of a recent study performed by researchers at Colorado State University’s (CSU) College of Veterinary Medicine and
Electrolytes: Readers Split on Supplementing Horses’ Water
More than 850 readers of TheHorse.com responded to a poll asking, “Do you supplement your horse’s diet with electrolytes?”
Horse Tip Daily 395 – Best Free Equine News App
Glenn does a series of tips on cool websites and phone apps for the horse world, plus adds a little horse music to the mix.
Horse Tip Daily 394 – Virtual Horse Racing 3D
Glenn does a series of tips on cool websites and phone apps for the horse world, plus adds a little horse music to the mix.
Jumping Radio Show Episode 48 – Ashlee Bond, World Cup West Coast Leader
Californian Ashlee Bond joins Brianne Goutal and Chris from the Wellington showground as she currently leads the World Cup West Coast League. We have a
Western Radio Show Episode 39 – Long Live the Queen
Ever wondered what it takes to be a Rodeo Queen? Alana and Tammy talk to Dakota Missiledine, 2010 Miss Rodeo USA, and Katie Barger the
Eventing Radio Episode 117 – Coach USA with Wofford, Hoy and Law
The U.S. Coaching position closed this week and we hear from three more applicants for the position; American Jimmy Wofford, Australian Andrew Hoy and Britain’s
Tack and Habit Episode 38 – AETA Top Picks
We bring you three of the products that we liked the best at the American Equestrian Trade Association. Recorded live on location, a fun look
Joint Issues in Horses (AAEP 2010)
Summary of several presentations on joint issues in horses from the 2010 American Association of Equine Practitioners convention, with Dr. Wayne McIlwraith of Colorado State University.
Maryland Horse Shooter Sought
Law enforcement authorities in Maryland are seeking those responsible for shooting a show horse residing in a Charles County pasture. Diane Richardson, press secretary for Charles County Sheriff Rex Coffey said the horse’s owner discovered the 8-year-old Morgan horse lying in its pasture on Jan. 21. The horse had sustained a gunshot wound to the leg and was later euthanized.
Possible Rabies Outbreak Reported in Argentina
According to a report from the International Society for Infectious Diseases (ISID), there recently has been a rise in the number of equine rabies cases diagnosed in the Corrientes province of Argentina. Officials believe the horses were infected with the disease via vampire bats. The extent of the outbreak remains unclear, but officials have announced they will begin vaccinating horses within a
ASPCA Grants More Than $1 Million to Equine Groups in 2010
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) announced on Feb. 4 that it awarded $1,055,400 in the form of 93 grants to support equine rescue groups in 32 states in 2010. More than 32% of the grants awarded to equine groups in 2010 will be used to complete various capital improvements so the rescue groups can safely care for more horses. Another 23% of the grants awarded
Recession Impacts Many Veterinarians’ Income
Veterinarians are feeling the impact of the recession and it’s hitting many with salary decreases, according to the 2011 American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Report on Veterinary Compensation.
Anesthesia for Donkeys vs. Horses (AAEP 2010)
“Donkeys are becoming more common patients for equine veterinarians, and although it is tempting to treat a donkey like a horse, there are important differences regarding patient handling and drug dosages,” cautioned Lori Bidwell, DVM, of Lexington Equine Surgery and Sports Medicine in Kentucky. Bidwell spoke on the key differences between anesthetizing donkeys and horses at the 2010 American
Assisted Reproduction in Horses: Practical Usage (AAEP 2010)
Technology is an amazing thing–especially technology that allows veterinarians to produce live foals from horses with very poor fertility and even from those that have died. A number of assisted reproductive technologies for horses have been optimized for commercial use, and veterinarians discussed these in detail during the 2010 American Association of Equine Practitioners Convention, held
