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Shake ‘n Fork
Equi-Tee Company introduces their new Shake ‘n Fork.
The powered Shake ‘n Fork looks and feels just like a conventional fork, but has a small motor and rechargeable battery to produce a unique shaking motion. This patented feature
PRO Orthopedic’s Eco-Friendly Leg Supports
PRO Orthopedic will introduce the first eco-friendly equine leg support in January 2009.
This new eco-foam, developed in accordance with the principals of the WBCSD, will fit and function the same as traditional neoprene but with a
Thoroughbred Adoption Service List of Free Horses Expanding
Since its launch just a little more than a week ago, the Thoroughbred Adoption Service on TheHorse.com, sponsored by Gainesway Farm, now lists nearly 30 Thoroughbreds available for adoption.
Horses from private homes and rescue
Former Thoroughbed Jockey Gary Boulanger Recovering From Injuries
Former jockey Gary Boulanger, who rode the Florida circuit before he was injured in a 2005 spill at Gulfstream Park, was recovering from surgery Nov. 8 following a farm accident at a facility in Davie, Fla., where he had been teaching riding
Mustad Hoofcare Center, Delta Horseshoe Company to Combine
The Mustad Hoofcare and Delta Horseshoe families are joining forces to create an integrated team dedicated to the hoofcare industry and to the welfare of the horse.
Owned by its founding family since 1832, Mustad brings more than 175 years
Stockyard Horse Injured in Oklahoma; Fall or Cruelty?
An attorney for a man charged with animal cruelty for allegedly kicking a horse says the animal was injured by falling into an empty swimming pool.
Attorney Russell Uselton says 24-year-old Justin Williamson of McAlester, Okla., is
Link Between Equine Disease Outbreak and Psychological Distress Found
During the outbreak of equine influenza that occurred in Australia in 2007, mental health researchers identified extremely high levels of psychological distress in horse owners and other people involved in the equine industry.
According to
No Breeders’ Cup Positives for Steroids, EPO, TCO2
None of the horses that participated in this year’s Breeders’ Cup World Championships Oct. 24-25 at Santa Anita tested positive for steroids, blood-doping agents or TCO2 (bicarbonate), according to Pam Blatz-Murff, senior vice president of operations for the Breeders’ Cup.
However, as of Nov. 8 test results for any other prohibited substances were not available because of
AVMA Renews Accreditation for Colorado State’s Professional Veterinary Medical Program
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has renewed the accreditation of the Professional Veterinary Medical (PVM) Program at the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. The College was informed of the decision on
No Breeders’ Cup Positives for Steroids, EPO, TCO
None of the horses that participated in this year’s Breeders’ Cup World Championships Oct. 24-25 at Santa Anita tested positive for steroids, blood-doping agents or TCO2 (bicarbonate), according to Pam Blatz-Murff, senior vice
Sales Integrity Program Report: 163 Steroid Tests Requested
From the Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association
The Sales Integrity Program managed by the Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association
New Research Lab Expands Marion DuPont Scott Equine Medical Center
The Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center’s growing stature as a research enterprise has taken a significant step forward with the construction of a major new laboratory that is equipped to explore the molecular aspects of disease and trauma
Forage Options for Special Needs Horses
Horses are often fed diets that also contain high levels of grains and supplements to maximise growth or productivity. Katie Young, PhD, consulting equine nutritionist for Purina Mills, presented information on forage options for horses with commonly
Former Rescue Operator Pleads Guilty to Animal Cruelty
Former equine rescue operator Dean Solomon pleaded guilty to four counts of second degree animal cruelty under a plea agreement entered during her King County, Wash., Superior Court appearance on Nov. 6.
Solomon operated the Pacific
Horses Grab Headlines in Kansas Financial Dispute
A group of 59 horses became the subject of a Jackson County, Kan., police investigation this week after they were reported stolen, then recovered, and then revealed to be collateral in a financial dispute between a Meriden, Kan., farm owner and
TheHorse.com Photo Store Announces Holiday Special
The holiday season is rapidly approaching, which means you need to work on that shopping list! Why not finish your holiday shopping early for your horsey friends by stopping by TheHorse.com’s Photo Store to take advantage of the Holiday 2008
