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Gulf Oil Spill Called No Immediate Threat to Horses
The massive oil spill in Gulf of Mexico poses no immediate threat to horses residing in Gulf states, according to one Louisiana official.
The massive oil leak began last month when a deep water British Petroleum water oil rig off the Louisiana coast exploded pumping millions of gallons of crude oil into the Gulf of Mexico. The spill threatens coastlines in that state as well as in
Summer Travel Concerns Shared by Readers
More than 660 readers of TheHorse.com responded to a poll asking, “What is your biggest health concern when traveling with your horse?”
"Oh honey, I feel your pain…"
Husband and wife horse owners Adam and Lisa Hooker experienced their own type of deja vu last month when they were both injured by the
"Never counsel your fears" … goodbye NYC!
Now on my way home to Kentucky from Equine ER’s East Coast book tour, these experiences come to mind: At a signing in New York
Study Explores How Horses View the World
On the trail, in the dressage arena, at the racetrack, on the cross-country train–wherever horses may be, we’ve all seen it: the “Spook”–that sudden, bolting reaction of shock so particular to our equine friends. It might be because some animal runs up, or some object is blown in by the wind, taking the horse by surprise. But sometimes it’s just something you’re sure
WEG: Pepsi to Be Official Beverage Supplier
Pepsi-Cola will be the official beverage supplier of the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, according to the World Games 2010 Foundation.
As the official beverage supplier, Pepsi will help fuel thousands of volunteers with its products, and will also provide recycling centers on the grounds. Pepsi will be sold exclusively on the grounds of the Kentucky Horse Park during the games. The
Reward Offered for Lost Horses’ Return
A New Hampshire couple hope the offer of a cash reward will help them recover two Paso Fino horses lost during a trail ride last month.
Garrett and Deb Caputo became separated from the horses on May 21 after one of the animals became stuck in a muddy a creek during a trail ride in rural Grafton County.
“My wife’s horse knocked her over into the mud and I let go
Zenyatta Stands Alone With Record 17th Win
The remarkable Zenyatta stands alone. Thrilling another crowd with her spine-tingling late charge, the undefeated mare nabbed a determined St Trinians by a half-length for her 17th consecutive victory in the June 13 Vanity Handicap (gr. I) at Hollywood Park.
This was the 6-year-old champion’s unprecedented third straight win in the Vanity, and by far her most exciting.
Rachel Alexandra Returns to Winning Form in Fleur de Lis
Rachel nation breathed a little easier on the afternoon of June 12 after last year’s Horse of the Year Rachel Alexandra scored her first win of 2010, drawing away from four overmatched rivals in the $200,000 Fleur de Lis Handicap (gr. II).
Making her second start at Churchill Downs since her record-breaking 20 1/4-length romp in the 2009 Kentucky Oaks (gr. I), 4-year-old Rachel Alexandra looke
Equine Influenza Vaccine Efficacy in Older Horses
We’ve all heard the statistics about an aging America. The elderly represent the fastest growing-proportion of the U.S. population. In recent years horses have experienced a similar population shift.
A large portion of the equine population (about 15%) is composed of horses older than 20 and, even at this age, many remain actively involved in equestrian sports, reproduction, or as companion
NSAID Discussion Eagerly Anticipated
A recently published report previewing the National Horsemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association (HBPA) Summer Convention in Minneapolis in late July seemed to indicate that there was little support for proposed changes in the recommended threshold for phenylbutazone due to a lack of participation at the panel session on the topic.
“In fact, quite the opposite is true,” according to Dr.
Rationale for Lasering Soft Palates in Horses Put to the Test
Lasering the soft palate of horses for treating dorsal displacement of the soft palate (DDSP) causes scarring but does not “stiffen” the palate as hypothesized, reported Kira Alkabes, DVM, from the College of Veterinary Medicine at Purdue University.
Kip Deville Succumbs to Laminitis
After a lengthy battle with laminitis and several bouts of colic, Kip Deville, winner of the 2007 Breeders’ Cup Mile (gr. I), took a major turn for the worse this week and had to be euthanized at Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital in Lexington, Ky., June 11.
Kip Deville appeared to be on his way to recovery in early March after having battled laminitis and colic for eight months. Foot specialist Ve
Use Caution When Bedding Horses on Fescue
Tight budgets have caused several Central Kentucky horse farm managers to reduce straw bedding costs by harvesting overmature grass pastures and using the resulting stemmy hay as bedding.
Piroplasmosis Prevention: Kentucky Revises Entry Requirements
Investigations into the occurrence of equine piroplasmosis, caused by Theileria (babesia) equi, continue and as of June 10 a total of 457 horses have been found positive to T. equi in the United States.
Horse Recovers From Debilitating Lameness With Three-Pronged Strategy
Lame and in great discomfort, an 18-year-old Thoroughbred gelding came to Virginia Tech’s Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center barely able to walk. The horse’s problem stemmed from a breakdown of both of his hind limb suspensory ligaments (the ligaments supporting the fetlock joints so they do not drop toward the ground).
