Latest News – The Horse
McIlwraith to Speak at Montana State University Equine Conference
One of the world’s leading experts on equine osteoarthritis will be the featured speaker at Montana State University’s (MSU) sixth equine conference, to be held March 5 at the GranTree Inn in Bozeman.
Mud Management 103: Establish a Manure Management Program
One of the best ways to control mud from building up in horse paddocks is to have a good manure management program.
Western Radio Show Episode 31 – Making the Cut
Western Radio Show Episode 31 – Show Notes and Links: Hosts: Alan Moorhead and Tammy Sronce Guest: Tom Holt, The Voice of Cutting, host of the
Eventing Radio Episode 109 – Lucinda Fredericks
Lucinda Fredericks is back this week to talk about horses’ holidays, and next season’s plans among other interesting topics. Tune in right here. Eventing Radio
The Horse’s Skeleton: Skull and Teeth
Learn about your horse’s skull and teeth, and where you should never hit your horse, in this anatomy video with Dr. Roberta Dwyer of the University of Kentucky.
EVA Confirmed in Great Britain
A breeding stallion in West Sussex, England, has tested positive for equine viral arteritis (EVA), according to a report filed by the British equestrian magazine Horse & Hound. The confirmation of the EVA was announced Dec. 8.
Zenyatta Adapting Smoothly to Farm Life
Zenyatta’s transition from superstar racehorse to broodmare is going smoothly, according to William S. Farish, owner of Central Kentucky’s Lane’s End Farm, where the champion is now being boarded. Owned by Jerry and Ann Moss, Zenyatta arrived at Lane’s End by van the night of Dec. 6 following a flight from Southern California and an appearance at Keeneland Race Course that attracted more than …
Veterinarian’s Oath Revised to Stress Importance of Animal Welfare
The American Veterinary Medical Association has revised the Veterinarian’s Oath–which all graduates of U.S. veterinary schools take–to stress the importance of animal welfare.
One-of-a-Kind Fundraiser Under Way for Horse Rescue
A Maryland horse rescue has launched a clever fundraising effort that some might say takes the cake. Days End Farm and Charm City Cakes in Baltimore, Md., have teamed up to offer one lucky eBay bidder the opportunity to spend an afternoon with the stars of the Food Network’s hit television show Ace of Cakes, Duff Goldman and Geof Manthorne.
Drugs and Anesthesia in Horses (AAEP 2010)
Discussion of the session on sedatives and anesthetics for horses at the 2010 American Association of Equine Practitioners convention with Dr. John Hubbell of The Ohio State University.
Compounded Medications for Horses (AAEP 2010)
Discussion of compounded medications for horses, including legal/illegal use and potential risks, by Scott Stanley, PhD, of the University of California, Davis. (Presented at the 2010 American Association of Equine Practitioners convention)
Refeeding Malnourished Horses
Few sights are more tragic than malnourished or starved horses. Outright neglect does occur, but not all underweight horses are victims of abuse. Horses might be recovering from serious conditions that have led to weight loss, and their owners are doing all they can to help the horse regain its previous condition. Others are being fed regularly, but the feed might not be of the ideal
Car Forces Horse into Storm Drain, Rider Escapes Injury
A horse is dead after being forced off a road and into a storm drain by a passing car. The accident occurred on Dec. 4 when a speeding car reportedly forced 100-year-old rider Bert Bonnett and his Missouri Fox Trotter mare, Cassie, from the road they were travelling on in an equestrian community in Sunland, Calif. The mare slipped on the leaf-covered metal entry to a storm drain and …
Comments Sought to Help Shape the Future of Veterinary Education
Want to help shape veterinary education to build the veterinary workforce of the future? Now is your chance as public comments are sought on a groundbreaking report.
Individualized Hay Feeding Program Best for Horses
Just like people, some horses have a high metabolism and can eat more food without becoming overweight. Therefore, it is important to tailor each horse’s feeding program to meet his individual needs, according to the results of a recent study by a team of Icelandic researchers.
Recent Advances in Equine Genetics Highlighted in Special Publication
A 207-page report in Animal Genetics showcases the most recent advances in equine genetics, with contributions from some of the most distinguished geneticists in medicine.
