Latest News – The Horse
My New Horse!
I bought a new horse yesterday, sight-unseen! Jewell will be traveling from Wyoming to Kentucky in a couple of weeks! I’m SOOO excited! And I didn’t
Part 1 of Marching Orders: Readying for surgery
Today begins Part 1 of the story of how a former racehorse transformed the life of an inmate in this excerpt from the new book
Equine Recurrent Uveitis Biomarker Research a Real Eye Opener
Equine recurrent uveitis (ERU) is the most common cause of blindness in horses and is believed to affect approximately 10% of the equine population. The exact cause of ERU remains unclear, although researchers have shown that recurrent bouts of inflammation involving activated T-cells (cells largely responsible for cell-mediated immunity) lead to destruction of the retina.
In an
University of Kentucky Researcher wins Prestigious Award; Will be Honored by President Obama
David McNear, PhD, assistant professor of rhizosphere science in the University of Kentucky’s (UK) Plant and Soil Sciences Department, was recently awarded the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE) for his research on endophyte-infected tall fescue and how it impacts soil microbial communities, chemical properties, and nutrient cycling.
New Animal Welfare License Plate Available in Maine
A new welfare specialty license plate for the state of Maine is now available for purchase, announced Planet Dog. The plate directly supports the health and welfare of Maine’s companion animals.
The plate features colorful silhouettes of a cat, dog, rabbit, horse, and bird with the slogan “respect. love. adopt.” It can be purchased at Bureau of Motor Vehicles branch offices, as wel
Morris Animal Foundation Highlights its Hot Topics Blog
Looking for new and compelling information about the latest in animal health information and research, veterinary advances, and animal-related events? Morris Animal Foundation’s Hot Topics blog provides regularly updated health research and event information about dogs, cats, horses, llamas/alpacas and wildlife, and it also
When Does a Horse Need a Farrier?
There are several signs that will inform an owner that a horse needs the ministrations of a farrier.
Theatrical Pensioned From Stud Duty
Hill ‘n’ Dale Farms announced Oct. 13 that champion and leading Thoroughbred sire Theatrical has been pensioned from stud duty.
The 27-year-old son of Nureyev, out of the Sassafras mare Tree of Knowledge, was bred in Ireland by Bert and Diana Firestone. They raced Theatrical in Europe and the United States, and later raced him with the late Allen Paulson. After his stellar racing
Kids’ Safety on the Horse Farm to be Covered at Canadian Event
Equine Guelph’s youth program, EquiMania!, will be back at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair Nov. 6-15 to teach kids about horse health care and safety in a fun, interactive setting.
Safety will be a big theme at this year’s EquiMania!. The “Play Safe. It’s HorseSense!” safety initiative will be expanded to include safety on the entire horse farm. The multifaceted safety initiative
Seventh Kentucky West Nile Virus Case Confirmed
The Kentucky State Veterinarian’s office today noted that a seventh 2009 case of West Nile virus (WNV) has been confirmed.
An 18-month-old Quarter horse filly in ballard County had an onset of clinical signs of ataxia, lethargy, and inappetence on Oct. 5. By Oct. 15 she was much improved. She had not been vaccinated against West Nile virus.
Of the seven confirmed WNV cases
Isabell Werth Joins Us: Dressage Radio Episode 21
Isabell Werth is our guest this week and we talk about the imminent birth of her first child, the loss of Gigolo, her recent suspension,
Horse Shopping
It’s that time of year. Days are shorter, nights are colder, and horses are fuzzier. As winter approaches and horse show season winds down, many
Update with Pierre St Jacques: 2010 Radio Show Episode 60
Our Spotlight Dressage Rider Pierre St Jacques is back with us this week with a report on his showing at Devon and his thoughts on
Insulin Resistance: Variation in Blood Test Levels
A blood sample is usually a key step in diagnosing a horse as insulin resistant. But a recent study showed that one sample might not give enough information for an accurate diagnosis, because the horse’s blood sugar and insulin fluctuates daily. “Your veterinarian should probably take at least two samples on different days,” recommended Shannon E. Pratt, PhD, of North Carolina State University, wh
Agricultural Act Passes Senate, Moves onto President
On Oct. 8, 2009, the United States Senate passed the final version of the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010 (H.R.2997). The House of Representatives approved the bill the previous day. This bill provides funding for the USDA for fiscal year 2010 and contains two provisions of interest to the horse industry.
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Alltech On The Road Tour Visits Five States to Promote the 2010 WEG
Alltech, a global leader in animal health and nutrition, is pounding the pavement this fall with a series of lectures promoting the swiftly approaching Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games 2010. The 2009 Alltech On The Road tour featuring Dr. Pearse Lyons, president and founder of Alltech, will include six presentations over a two-day period–October 26-27.
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