Latest News – The Horse
Physical Conditioning Important for Previously Idle Horses
In movies it is not unusual to see a cowboy ride his horse forever, through all types of weather and terrain; in reality, horses are equine athletes that must be properly conditioned to perform as needed. “The general design of an equine conditioning
Researcher: Current Equine Flu Vaccines Effective Against Foreign Strains
As international horse transport becomes more widespread, some owners might wonder if the same equine influenza vaccines designed to protect horses from common domestic strains of the disease will also shield them from foreign strains they might
ISU to Host Veterinary Biologics Training Program
The Iowa State University (ISU) College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) will be hosting the 16th annual Veterinary Biologics Training Program May 16-20. The training program is designed to educate veterinary professionals about vaccine safety and
Contagious Equine Metritis Detected in South Africa
Two cases of contagious equine metritis (CEM) have been confirmed in the South African province of Gauteng,
Your Punishment: Playing with the Ponies
Growing up, when I got in trouble I had things taken away from me–horse shows or rodeos (whatever was coming up that weekend), use of
Horse Tip Daily 443 – TheHorse.com on Laminitis Part 2
A four part series by TheHorse.com on Laminitis taken from HORSES IN THE MORNING. Part 2 of 4. Listen in… Horse Tip Daily Episode 443
Dressage Radio Episode 102 – Reem Acra FEI World Cup Final
German dressage journalist Kim Kreling joins Chris this week to review the Reem Acra FEI World Cup Dressage Final from Leipzig, Germany. Take a listen
Horse Tip Daily 442 – TheHorse.com on Laminitis Part 1
A four part series by TheHorse.com on Laminitis taken from HORSES IN THE MORNING. Part 1 of 4. Listen in… Horse Tip Daily Episode 442
Tack and Habit Episode 51 – It’s a Bit Tight
Today Jennifer joins us to tell about her new Kerrits Bootcut Tights and Helena helps us figure out what all those darn bits are for.
Western Radio Show Episode 52 – Susan Henning and the Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association
Alan and Tammy talk with Brady Carr, Executive President of the Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association. We learn all about the C.M.S.A, and the family values
2008 Kentucky Derby Contender Z Fortune Finds a Home
New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program announced May 12 that Z Fortune, who ran in the 2008 Kentucky Derby, was officially adopted by HRTV reporter and “Race Day America” host Carolyn Conley. The grade III winner was raced throughout his career by
BLM Extends Eco-Sanctuary Proposal Deadlines
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced May 12 that it has extended the deadlines for private-sector wild horse and burro sanctuary development proposal submissions. In March the BLM issued a pair of solicitations seeking proposals from private
Commentary: Nutritional Supplements for Horses: Where’s the Science?
Many owners don’t think twice before feeding their horses nutritional supplements touted to solve issues ranging from metabolic and joint problems to insect control and behavioral vices. But in many cases the science behind the powders, pellets, and
MSU Chief Works to Restore Ex-Racehorses’ Health
The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) has named John Stick, DVM, the chief of staff at Michigan State University’s (MSU) Large Animal Teaching Hospital, April’s honored practitioner for the Good Works for Horses campaign. Since 1999
Thousands of Horses At Risk as Mississippi River Swells
As Mississippi River floodwaters rise, continuing to threaten parts of Mississippi and Louisiana, hundreds of
Spring is Weed Control Time!
Believe it or not, it’s already time to talk about weed control. Getting a handle on weeds early in the spring is the most cost-effective,
