Latest News – The Horse
Illinois Equine Humane Center Moves to New Facility
The Illinois Equine Humane Center (ILEHC) recently relocated its operation to Elgin, Ill. The ILEHC’s herd of horses seeking adoptive homes can now be visited at their new facility, located at 9N673 Kendall Road in Elgin.
“We are very excited about our new location in Elgin,” said ILEHC President Gail Vacca. “The new farm has a huge indoor riding arena (something the old facility lacked)
Older Horses: Elmer Bandit Might Compete This Month
Elmer Bandit, the 38-year-old record holder for competitive trail mileage, hasn’t hit the trails lately, but last weekend found the gray Half-Arabian and owner Mary Anna Wood working with a dressage trainer. The two had lessons on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
“We worked on being round, balanced, and straight,” Wood
Walking Horse Show Officials Investigate Alleged Bribery
An exhibitor at the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration is under investigation for allegedly attempting to bribe a Designated Qualified Person (DQP) during a pre-performance inspection.
DQPs are employed by horse show managers to examine horses for compliance with Horse Protection Act (HPA) rules against soring. Soring is the deliberate injury to horses’ feet and legs to achieve
Hendra Virus: Statement Regarding Vet’s Death
The following is a statement released by the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA):
Veterinarians around Australia are mourning the death of Alister Rodgers from a Hendra virus infection, and urge governments to immediately increase investment in fighting the deadly disease.
“Just 12 months ago we lost friend and colleague Ben Cunneen to Hendra virus
Queensland Equine Veterinarian Dies of Hendra Virus
A veterinarian in Australia has died after contracting Hendra virus while treating a sick foal in Cawarral, Queensland, Australia, in July.
Queensland state Health Minister Paul Lucas told the Associated Press Alister Rodgers, BVSc, died overnight in a hospital. He is the
Stolen Barrel Horse Recovering
A champion barrel horse is recovering from injuries sustained when it was allegedly stolen during a rodeo event in South Dakota in July, but its competitive future remains in question, said owner Wendy Halweg.
Halweg and her horse Dually were competing in the Fort Pierre Rodeo when the horse was taken from the Stanley County fair grounds on July 5. Sheriff’s deputies later found the
Punishment–Enough or Too Much?
When Michael Vick stepped on the field a few nights ago in Philadelphia it marked his first appearance in a National Football League game in
Bone Chips in Joints
Bone chips in a horse’s movable joints can compromise the animal’s ability to perform, and, in some cases, they can even end the animal’s career. However, not all bone chips are created equal.
Barn, Stall, and Fence Maintenance
Take a closer look at your barn and property and ensure it’s safe for horses and handlers.
The Latest on Pain Relief
Short-circuiting an injured or ill horse’s pain response can not only help him be happier now, it can improve his long-term outcome.
The Replacements: Alternative Forages and Feeds
Quality forage and grain alternatives can help owners manage horses better during drought and economic downturn.
Secondhand Tack and Disease
Use these tips when buying pre-owned tack to avoid contagious consignments and bringing diseases home to your horses.
Compulsive Urinating on Hay
My 10-year old Paso Fino gelding consistently, and sometimes frantically, urinates on his hay. I have tried to place his hay where he can’t urinate on it, but he will try his hardest to get to it. Could this be some sort of “marking” behavior?
Tongue Troubles
I have a filly who occasionally sticks out her tongue to the side and lolls it at times when I do ground training, but I have never seen her do it under saddle. She’ll also bite at herself and stick her tongue while grooming. Is it stress?
Equine Osteoarthritis: The Economic Impact
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a painful, debilitating joint disease with no known cure. It is characterized by heat, pain, swelling, crepitus (a crackling, crinkly, or grating feeling or sound under the skin), and a decreased range of motion in affected joints. This condition can develop suddenly (e.g., secondary to a traumatic
Predicting Equine Postoperative Infections
Inflammatory markers in horses’ blood might tell veterinarians when the animals are at risk for adverse events after surgery.
“Monitoring the recovery of the patient closely in the postoperative period allows the surgeon to detect infection and other complications of the surgical procedure early, thus increasing the chance of successful treatment and minimizing problems with healing of
