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Targeting Foal Disease (Free Online Horse Course video)
Vets discuss the varied causes of foal mortality, current recommendations for preventing disease, and breaking research information on foal vaccination and immunity.
Teddy O’Connor Euthanized
The Horse Herd joins the entire horse industry in mourning the loss of Theodore O’Connor, lovingly known as Teddy. “We all admired the heart of
Memories of Teddy O’Connor
Fans share their memories of Teddy and offer their condolences to his owners.
Equine Reproductive Specialist Dr. John Steiner Dead
John Steiner, DVM, Dipl. ACT, passed away Monday, May 26, at the Albany Medical Center. He had sustained severe head injuries in an accident the previous Tuesday, and his condition worsened despite the most aggressive medical care and the
Two Graded Stakes Winners Retired Due to Suspensory Issues
Grade I winners Nobiz like Shobiz and Panty Raid have been retired due to suspensory problems.
Stud plans are being decided for millionaire Nobiz Like Shobiz.
A 4-year-old son of Albert the Great, Nobiz Like Shobiz scored his big win in
Eventing Rule Changes Passed, Effective Immediately
The executive committee of the U.S. Equestrian Federation (USEF) met May 19 and approved several rule changes, to be implemented immediately.
Effective immediately, the first fall of a competitor at obstacles on the cross-country course wil
Theodore O’Connor Euthanized
Theodore O’Connor, the 13-year-old eventing “super pony” was euthanized today as a result of an injury sustained in an accident at Karen and David O’Connor’s barn in The Plains, Va., according to a statement released by the U.S. Equestrian
O’Connors Release Statement on Theodore O’Connor Euthanasia
David and Karen O’Connor have released a statement regarding the euthanasia of Theodore O’Connor.
The statement reads:
“‘Teddy’ got frightened and bolted. He slipped running back to the barn and suffered a severe laceration to his hind
Share Your Thoughts: Theodore O’Connor Memory Wall
The Horse has set up an open blog so that readers can share their thoughts on and memories of Theodore O’Connor. It can be accessed through
Vet Calls Theodore O’Connor Euthanasia ‘The Right Thing to Do’
“Karen and David (O’Connor) would have done anything to let this little guy have a shot,” said Kent Allen, DVM, one of the three veterinarians who attended Theodore O’Connor following the gelding’s catastrophic injury this morning and a long-tim
The Airways and the Lungs
The harder a horse works, the more oxygen it needs and the more air it must move into and out of the lungs. Understanding how the horse’s respiratory system works can help horse owners recognize problems and/or manage horses to prevent them.
Congress Could Call June Hearing on Racing
A congressional subcommittee could schedule a hearing as early as June to examine breakdowns, medication use, and breeding practices in Thoroughbreds.
The United States House Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade, and Consumer Protection sent letter
Truck Hits Horses, Riders Hurt
Authorities said two riders were injured when a pickup truck hit their horses from behind on Indiana 135 in Jackson County, Ind.
Jackson County Sheriff’s Deputy Dustin Steward said the driver fell asleep while driving northbound on Indiana
Big Brown’s Hoof Shows Improvement
Ian McKinlay, the farrier who has been treating Big Brown’s quarter crack, said Monday morning the colt’s left front foot has shown improvement and he and trainer Rick Dutrow remain confident the Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner will not be
Big Brown Returns to Track
Big Brown was back on the track a day earlier than expected, and trainer Rick Dutrow Jr. said he looks as good as ever–maybe even better.
The Triple Crown hopeful went out for a 1 1/2-mile jog around Belmont Park on a rainy Tuesday morning
Hong Kong Olympic Equestrian Venue Changes Hands
The Hong Kong Jockey Club yesterday handed over the Olympic equestrian venue at Sha Tin to the organizers of the Olympic Equestrian Events.
“The Hong Kong Jockey Club made the decision to build the best venues for the Olympic horses and
