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WEG Combined Driving
Images capturing the mastery of skill in the Combined Driving are featured from the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games held at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, September 25 – October 10.
Western Radio Show Episode 24 – Western Horses at the World Equestrian Games
After his WEG appearance Richard Shrake with Alan and Tammy talking about building equine/human relationships. Also on the show is Isabel Silverstolpe a member of
Determining the Best Samples for EPE Testing
A recent study found that using rectal swab samples could be an alternative way to test for the Lawsonia intracellularis bacteria that causes equine proliferative enteropathy (EPE) if the foal has decreased or no fecal output. EPE is an emerging intestinal disease found in weanlings. Because th
Castration Clinics Address Unwanted Horse Issues
When Alison LaCarrubba, DVM, Dipl. ABVP, head of the College of Veterinary Medicine’s equine ambulatory section, learned the Unwanted Horse Coalition (UHC) would lend financial support to establish a castration clinic at the university, she recognized the program as a way to deliver a valuable veterinary service to cash-strapped horse owners a
Horses as Healers in College Hippotherapy Course
Horses are an integral part of Kentucky’s culture. They possess qualities of balance, coordination, speed, reflex, strength, endurance, and stamina. Outside the traditional setting of a racetrack or an open field, though, horses can also be healers.
FEI Announces Automatic Qualifiers for 2012 London Olympics
Following the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) has announced that the following teams have qualified to compete in the 2012 London Olympics (Great Britain, as the host country, automatically qualify for all three events):
Dressage: The Netherlands, Germany, and U.S.A. Eventing: Canada, New Z
Genetic Research is a New Tool in Breeding
The quest to breed a better horse has led Thoroughbred breeders to try many unorthodox theories and systems, all with mixed results. To date, the success (or lack thereof) of most of these tools has been anecdotal, with no way to quantify whether a horse’s achievements were due to one or more of these breeding aides. Now, thanks to the rapidly developing advances within DNA co
New York Legislators Pass Animal Abuser Registry Law
The names, addresses, and photographs of convicted animal abusers residing in one New York county will soon be displayed online thanks to a new law that establishes the first animal abuse offender database in the nation. Unanimously passed by the Suffolk County Legislature on Tuesday, IR1879 establishes an online animal abuser registry similar to databases containing information a
Jumping Radio Episode 32 -Special Episode 2, 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games
Special daily coverage of the jumping competition at the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. Chris is joined by some special guests to review the
Presumed Guilty
A serious breach of security apparently occurred at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games the evening before the Marathon phase of the Driving competition. Sometime
Majority of Readers Vaccinate Against Rabies
More than 840 readers of TheHorse.com responded to a poll asking, “Is your horse vaccinated against rabies?”
Wetting/Soaking Hay for Horses with Respiratory Problems
My vet recommended I soak my mare’s hay for an hour, but I see some indications to just wet it down. Is it just unnecessary to soak or actually harmful in some way?
Breeders’ Cup Launches Zenyatta-Focused Website
The Breeders’ Cup announced Oct. 12 the launch of www.Zenyatta2010.com, a Zenyatta-focused website built in advance of the upcoming Breeders’ Cup World Championships Nov. 5-6 at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., where she will attempt to become the first North American Thoroughbred to ever go 20-0. The site, which
Keeping Yourself Safe when Riding
Horseback riding is more dangerous than motorcycle racing, according to Heather S. Havlik, MD, director of the sports medicine program at Charlotte Medical Clinic in North Carolina. “Never take for granted the fact that your partner in equestrian sports is much larger and much less predictable than in any other sport out there, and that situation requires constant awareness t
UK’s Gluck Equine Research Center Continues to Improve Horse Health
Six of the 10 major vaccines to protect against equine infectious diseases were developed and created at the University of Kentucky’s Maxwell H. Gluck Equine Research Center. But that’s not the only major research accomplishment the world-renowned Gluck Center has contributed to the equine and veterinary fields.
Fall Pasture Improvements
Fall is a good time to take stock of the quality of horse pastures. The weeds that were most prevalent and uncontrolled during the summer will now be large and producing seeds.
