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TheHorse.com en Español: Aparición de Huevecillos de Pequeños Estróngilos
This is one of a series of articles translated as part of our partnership with A Caballo, an equine publication based in Mexico, and Jorge Murga, DVM. Keep an eye…
Kentucky Offers Stallion Castration Incentive Program
Indiscriminate breeding is one contributing factor to the number of unwanted horses. The Kentucky Horse Council (KHC) is now offering incentives for responsible Kentucky horse owners to reduce the number of horses capable of reproduction through
Mixed Results on Slaughter Bills as State Legislatures Adjourn
The sponsor of Tennessee legislation promoting horse processing plant development in that state is not giving up on the bill, although it’s now stalled in the state’s Senate Commerce Committee.
Sponsored by Rep. Frank Niceley, HB 1428 would
Fat Horses = Muzzles and Food Jail
I own Miniature Horses. That means I have fat horses, unless I’m VERY careful. I also have a semi-retired Paint horse (Dusty, as seen in
Mauled by a stallion
This is an excerpt from the chapter entitled “Lucky” from the book Equine ER, coming out in August by Eclipse Press. The trailer pulled
Becoming ‘Equitarians’
What exactly is an “equitarian,” you ask? Since I’m a descendant of the dictionary family and, thus, “empowered” to make up my own definitions, I’ll explain: An equitarian is one whose only reward for providing medical or humane services to needy
Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis (EPM): Debunking the Myths
Equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM) is a bit like a rock star: highly Googled, morbidly fascinating, yet oftentimes completely misunderstood.
Vet in Cobra Venom Case Sues Racing Commission
Rodney Stewart, DVM, who was suspended five years by the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission for violating various medication violations including possession of cobra venom, has filed a suit in Franklin (Kentucky) Circuit Court alleging that the
AAEP Foundation Seeks Research Fellow Applicants
Applications are now being accepted for the 2009 AAEP Foundation Past Presidents’ Research Fellow. The scholarship is awarded annually to an AAEP-member veterinarian who is beginning a career in equine research. The application deadline is July
Remember Rabies Vaccination Before Attending Horse Shows
Before you hit the show circuit this season, be sure to do your part to keep horses, other animals, and competitors safe by including a rabies vaccination at your pre-event health exam. Vaccinations can do more than just help horses–they can
Rehabilitating Muscle
What would be the best avenue to take to prevent too much scar tissue from forming and limiting muscle use?
Horse Trainer Fined for Decapitation Threat
A horse trainer in Australia has been fined for “conduct prejudicial to the image of racing” after he publicly threatened to cut off his horses’ heads if jump racing was banned, according to
GPG Horse-tec Suspension Stirrups
GPG Stirrups Holland has appointed Horse-tec, based in Bowral, Australia, to distribute their patented stirrups in Asia Pacific and North America. The unique design of the European Suspension Stirrups uses modern technology to help reduce rider leg a
Keeping Horses Cool
Heat and humidity are major concerns for the horse since heat-related illness can be dangerous–even fatal.
Trailer Loading Methods
Do you recommend a particular method for efficiently helping owners load their horses under these veterinary c
Tack and Equipment: Gearing Up
One wonderful aspect of being a horse owner or enthusiast is the variety of available tack and equipment–generally innovative, cool stuff–to use under saddle or in the stable. Exciting innovations in recent years have lent safety, comfort
