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Toxin Topic: Alsike Clover and Red Clover
Alsike and red clover can be associated with less common conditions in horses such as photosensitivity and liver disease.
Semen Optimization Increases Fertility of Subfertile Stallions
Veterinarians at The Georgia and Philip Hofmann Research Center for Animal Reproduction at Penn Vet’s New Bolton Center in Kennett Square, Pa., have enjoyed notable success with semen optimization processing techniques. These techniques are valuable tools in equine reproduction for select stallions that might need some level of assistance with the quality of their semen. According to Reg
WEG: USEF Announces Eventing Team
The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) has named the following horse/rider combinations as the team and individuals to the Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team for the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) which will take place from Sept. 25-Oct. 10 in Lexington, Ky. The following horse/rider combinations have been named to the Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team (in alphabetical or
WEG: What are the U.S. Teams Up To?
Ten days to go before the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG), held Sept. 25-Oct. 10 in Lexington, Ky., and the American horses and riders are putting the finishing touches on their preparation. Where are they and what are they up to?
World Equestrian Games Horse Care
What makes the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games “bigger and better” from a horse care/management standpoint?
Tack and Habit Episode 18 – Tie That Rock
Helena and Glenn go back to two products a week after the AETA marathon. This week it’s like a game of “Rock, Paper, Tie” with
Horse Tip Daily 291 – Dr. Richards on Bringing Back the Skinny Horse
Dr. Nerida Richards joins us from Australia to share tips on Equine Nutrition. Today she speaks about bringing back the skinny malnourished horse. Listen in…
A New Definition For "Faulty Tack"
We all know what “faulty tack” means. It is saddles and bridles and girths and stirrup leathers that are broken or so old and decrepit
FEI Debates Use of NSAIDs in Competing Horses
The most commonly used non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in equine medicine are relatively safe, effective, and short-lived at low doses, but their use could mask lameness or other ailments in competing horses, according to international scientists at the recent NSAIDs congress hosted by the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI). Whether NSAIDs should
Texas Regulators to Reconsider Proposed Equine Dentist Rule
The Texas State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners will reconsider a proposed rule that would prohibit so-called “lay equine dentists” in that state from using motorized or air-powered files to float horses’ teeth without the direct supervision of a licensed veterinarian. General Council Nicole Oria said the board voted to reconsider the proposed Sept. 10 because veterinarians
Rabies: Majority of Readers Take Precautions
More than 1,010 readers of TheHorse.com responded to a poll asking, “If you knew rabies had been found in wildlife in your area, would you vaccinate your horse for it?” Â
Piroplasmosis Suspected in Calder Race Course Quarantine
Calder Casino & Race Course, in Miami Gardens, Fla., placed racing and training restrictions on horses in one of its barns and in an adjacent training center while those horses are being tested for a tick-borne blood disease that is non-contagious Sept. 12. About 160 horses are under restrictions, which officials at the track expect will last for two to four weeks. The adjacen
Lavender Foal Syndrome Test Offered by Cornell University
his year has been an exciting one for Arabian horse owners. Not only has the genetic mutation for lavender foal syndrome (LFS) been determined, a test that can identify affected foals and horses that carry the gene for the disease has been developed.
Horse Tip Daily 290 – Rick Gore on the Rear Cinch
Rick Gore, of Rick Gore Horsemanship, is a trainer, clinician and an all around horseman. Today Rick speaks about the proper use of the rear
Stable Scoop Episode 108 – Life Lessons without the Blood
Joined by Nora Harris, Glenn the Geek and Helena Bee talk about the little things we learn just by doing. For some people, the best
Equine Infectious Anemia Detected in Second Horse in England
Equine infectious anemia (EIA) has been detected in a horse in Devon, England, after the owner requested a private vet to examine a sick horse, Defra confirmed Sept. 11. The premise is currently under restriction and the infected horse will be humanely destroyed in line with existing regulations. The
