Latest News – The Horse
New USEF Drug Rule Goes into Effect April 1
An important rule change affecting the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in U.S. Equestrian Federation (USEF) competition horses goes into effect April 1.
The USEF Board of Directors voted to amend its Therapeutic
Family of Hermaphroditic Horses Identified
Koko the horse appeared to be a typical mare, but when she began acting overly aggressive and trying to mount her female counterparts, her owner became suspicious.
After a barrage of tests at the University of Guelph’s Ontario Ve
Thoroughbred Sire Crafty Prospector Dead
Crafty Prospector, sire of 92 stakes winners, died March 27 at Fred Seitz’ Brookdale Farm near Versailles, Ky. He was 31.
Crafty Prospector moved to Brookdale Farm in 1990, where he stood as the property of a syndicate after siri
Looking back: One morning, two babies trying to be born
In Kentucky, we’re in the thick of foaling season, and today’s post looks back at a video we previously ran on this blog about two
Please Take the Equine Infectious Disease Survey
Do equine infectious diseases concern you? Then join others in helping Colorado State University researchers figure out which diseases you are most concerned about, why
Rainy Days and Mondays
I know, spring showers and all that, but it’s been a long winter and I really want to get out and ride! So, what do
FEI Prohibited Substances Database Now Online
The new Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) Prohibited Substances Database is now available online. The purpose of this new database is to provide clear guidance on t
Laminitis Researchers Meet, Develop Plans
Nearly 50 researchers and laminitis experts from around the world met to prioritize future laminitis research needs during the the 2nd AAEP Foundation Equine Laminitis Research Workshop. The group also explored specific questions about the dire
Vets Assess Back Pain, Vertebral Lesions in Trotting Horses
In a retrospective study of 118 French Trotters, a team of veterinarians found that horses with back pain had more severe and localized lesions identifiable on X ray than horses with no evidence of back pain, but even pain-free horses had lesio
Liability and Horses (Book Excerpt)
Horses often seem to be accidents waiting to happen. It’s important to shield yourself from liability.
Feed and Fuel Costs Rising, Horse Owners Report
The costs of keeping horses have risen for the majority of owners in the last three years, with those in the southeast and south central United States being the hardest hit by escalating feed and fuel prices.
The findings are part of
CEM Investigation: 23 Positive Stallions
A stallion in Wisconsin has become positive stallion No. 23 in an ongoing investigation into contagious equine metritis (CEM).
Wisconsin State Veterinarian Robert Ehlenfeldt, DVM, said this horse is considered part of the outbreak th
Horse Owners Needed for Equine Infectious Disease Survey
The Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine is looking for participants for a study on equine infectious disease issues. Shana Gillette, PhD, assistant professor in the department of clinical sciences at CSU is the principal in
Pennsylvania Horse Farm Open House to Feature 16 Stables
Young foals romping with their moms. A free ride on a gentle pony. A blacksmith forging new footwear for an accomplished dressage horse. The perfect weekend for families comes together April 24 and 25 during the Pennsylvania Equestrian Horse Fa
Equine First Aid: Being Prepared for Emergencies
The best way to prepare for emergencies is to try to prevent them. Perhaps the best approach to first aid is to minimize the risk of accidents, injuries, and disease. Sometimes we do foolish things with, and to, our horses.
WEG Art to Benefit Equine-Industry Charity
The sale of four new prints, as well as the original paintings, will benefit The Race for Education (RFE) and will also commemorate four disciplines
