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Green Horse Keeping
What environmentally friendly management practices might work for you and your farm?
Morris Animal Foundation Supports Texas A&M Researchers
The Morris Animal Foundation recently awarded more than $100,000 to two principal researchers–one with an equine specialty–at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (CVM) to further their research on animal health advancements. Noah Cohen, VMD, MPH, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, professor at the CVM, was awarded $64,217 over the period of two years for his research on
Improve Equine Small Intestine Ultrasounds: Try Oil and Fasting (AAEP 2010)
The equine gastrointestinal system is extensive, with the small intestine measuring 70 feet in length alone. Because the small intestine coils throughout the abdomen, diagnosing a specific lesion in the small intestine is extremely challenging for
Reward Offered for Information about Deadly Ohio Barn Fire
Law enforcement authorities in Ohio are hoping a $5,000 cash reward will lead to the arrest and conviction of whoever is responsible for starting a barn fire that killed eight horses in Morgan County on April 24. Ohio State Fire Marshall’s Office
Truck Driver Sought in Connection with Oklahoma Highway Incident
Law enforcement authorities in Oklahoma are seeking the driver of a truck that was pulling an overloaded horse trailer from which five horses fell onto Interstate 44 in Tulsa County last week. Tulsa County Sheriff’s Deputy David Long said that on
Vaccination Reactions: Common, or Cause for Concern?
Horse owners understand that vaccinations protect the health of their horses and might even be life-saving. What some owners might not realize is that adverse reactions can occur after vaccination. While most vaccines’ side effects are minor, it’s important to know when not to worry and when to call the veterinarian.
Dressage Radio Episode 99 – Prepare for Take-Off
Tim Dutta of The Dutta Corporation explains what’s involved with flying equines around the world from Shetland Ponies to Olympic Champions. Richard Davison pays tribute
Stable Scoop Episode 139 – Monty Roberts U and Debbie Too
Monty Roberts daughter and our friend, Debbie Loucks, joins us to talk about one of Helena’s favorite websites, Monty Roberts University. Join us for a
Eventing Radio Episode 133 – The Fork Report and Four Star Previews
The Fork Horse Trials was the final run for the four star combinations heading to Badminton and Rolex and Chris had a chance to catch
Western Radio Show Episode 49 – Bobby Welsh Wins Houston
Six time NFR bull rider Bobby Welsh joins Alan and Tammy to talk about his $50,000.00 win at Rodeo Houston in 2011. Bobby will share
Tack and Habit Episode 48 – Red Sox Off the Wagon
It all about little red wagons and socks today, but not your every day wagons and certainly not every day sox. Listen in… Tack and
Who’s The Victim Here?
Animals are not people (although as I write this, our Dalmatian is lounging on the sofa, apparently engrossed in a golf tournament). But does this
Poll: Readers Would Pay for Shock Wave Therapy
Readers of TheHorse.com responded to a poll asking, “While most equine insurance companies cover up to three focused shock wave treatments, what would you pay per treatment to heal a horse using shock wave therapy if studies demonstrated improvement
Building Muscle Mass: Researchers Study Protein’s Role
Researchers are always working to better understand the equine body and how it functions. Case in point: A team of researchers from the Virginia Tech Middleburg Agricultural Research and Extension Center recently completed an index study on a
New Charge Added in Montana Cruelty Case
A Montana rancher accused of maltreating a herd of horses is now facing at total of 16 animal cruelty counts. Yellowstone County prosecutors added yet another count of animal cruelty bringing the total number of charges against Leachman to 16, said
Georgia Horse Owner Accused of Cruelty Enters Plea
A Georgia man accused of neglecting 40 horses on his Habersham County farm has pleaded no contest to the animal cruelty counts against him. County animal control authorities and personnel from the Lil One’s Ridin’ Ranch horse rescue removed the
