Latest News – The Horse
Getting Ready for WEG
An inside look at some of the preparations for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, held September 25 – October 10 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington.
Stable Scoop Episode 110 – Shooting to the Music
Shooting Champion Tammy Sronce co-hosts this episode and takes us from mounted shooting to the soothing sounds of Grammy Nominated Mary Ann Kennedy. Listen in
Horse Tip Daily 302 – Michelle Bergeron on Fitting Helmets
We are thrilled to be joined by trainer and coach Michelle Bergeron of Right Lead Equestrian Center in Louisiana. Today she speaks about helmets
Irwin Foundation Donates $10,000 to Seminar Series
The Irwin Foundation recently donated $10,000 to the University of Kentucky Gluck Equine Research Center to fund veterinary education. The money will be used to support the 2011 Department of Veterinary Science Equine Diagnostic and Research Seminar Series.
UK Features Projects on African-Americans in Kentucky’s Equine History
Lexington played a significant role in the early history of horse racing and the equine industry, but few people are aware of the African-American jockeys, trainers, grooms, and handlers who helped shape the Bluegrass’ horse heritage.
WEG: Preview of the Excitement to Come
History will be made when the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) opens on Saturday, Sept. 25, at the Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, one of the world’s most evocative permanent equestrian centers located in the heart of America’s famed ‘Blue Grass Horse Country.’ It is the sixth occasion that the competitive disciplines have come together to take part in the
National Animal Supplement Council Warns About Misleading Quality Assurance Programs
National Animal Supplement Council (NASC) announces a buyer beware to people purchasing animal health supplements with misleading quality assurance claims. The warning contains five fact-checks to inquire of supplement suppliers to verify credibility and substance behind so-called quality seals.
Study: A Follow-Up Exam of Horses with Sinonasal Disease is Worthwhile
Sinonasal disease is challenging to treat, which is why some surgeons voluntarily choose to take a “second look” a few days after surgery to ensure nothing was initially overlooked.
Maintaining Health and Fitness in WEG World Travelers
Health considerations of the Australian endurance team horses that recently traveled to central Kentucky for the World Equestrian Games.
Equine Fetal Life/Placenta
Dr. Donald Schlafer of Cornell University discusses the equine fetus and placenta.
Getting Pastures Ready for Winter
This past weekend I had the pleasure of offering my Horses for Clean Water workshop to horse owners in the scenic Peace River region of
Horse Tip Daily 301 – Linda Hauck on the OTTB
Linda is an accomplished eventer, race trainer, horsewoman and creator of the Spursuader. Today she speaks with us about the Off the Track Thoroughbred. Listen
2010 Radio Show Episode 110 – Wrap-Up and WEG Preview
We check in with many people to get a wrap up on this last weekly show before the games, including the top dressage rider in
Jumping Radio Show Episode 30 – WEG Preview
A preview of the jumping at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games with Horse International Editor, Pamela Young. Tune in right here. Jumping Radio Episode
Horse Tip Daily 300 – Giving Away WEG Stuff Today
It’s Episode 300 and we are celebrating by giving away some World Equestrian Games merchandise. Listen in and win… Horse Tip Daily #300 – Show
Kentucky Equine Networking Association Hosts Inaugural Meeting
The Kentucky Horse Council and the University of Kentucky Equine Initiative recently announced the formation of the Kentucky Equine Networking Association (KENA) and held its inaugural meeting to a capacity crowd on Sept. 16 at Spindletop Hall in Lexington, Ky.
