Latest News – The Horse
Herpesvirus Confirmed in North Dakota
A North Dakota State University Extension Service horse expert says several cases of equine herpesvirus (EHV) have been reported in North Dakota and surrounding states.
EHV leads to infections, and it’s common throughout the United
Current Trends and Approaches in Lameness Diagnosis
Diagnostic techniques are often subjective and based on practitioners’ experience, and Bathe speculated whether gait analysis could become more objective in its application to lameness.
W. F. Young, Inc. Acquires Equine America
W. F. Young, Inc., marketers of the Absorbine line of equine health care products, has announced the acquisition of Equine America, a manufacturer of numerous horse care products, including B-L Solution, Shoer’s Friend, Gluco-Flex, and Fungasol
Trailer Accident Investigators Consider Charges
State, local, and federal investigators are putting their heads together to determine whether the driver of the semitrailer hauling 59 horses involved in a Oct. 27 rollover accident in Wadsworth, Ill., will face additional charges in connection
Equine Flu: New South Wales Officials Reclassifying Risk Areas
The government’s campaign to eradicate equine influenza turned a corner today (Nov. 2) as a large part of New South Wales (NSW) was reclassified from high risk to lower risk, said Minister for Primary Industries Ian Macdonald.
Macdonald sai
Australia Equine Flu Complicates 2008 Olympic Team Qualification
The 2007 F?d?ration Equestre Internationale (FEI) regional Olympic dressage qualification event, which was scheduled to take place Oct. 24 through 28, is among the hundreds of equestrian events that have been cancelled as a result of the
Featherlite Combination Trailer
Featherlite introduces a new combination bumper pull trailer for anyone. The Model 8409 combination trailer is versatile and a great option for horse owners, livestock owners, and hobby farmers. The Model 8409 is available in 16-foot and 20-foot
Aloe Advantage’s Pony Pack Gift Bag
Aloe Advantage offers the Pony Pack Gift Bag for the holiday season. This comes complete with the company’s Shiny Hiny Body Sheen, Sham-Pony Shampoo, a body scrubber, and more.
EasyCare Dome Comfort Pads
EasyCare has developed the original Comfort Pads and Comfort Pad System in order to help horses suffering from severe hoof problems and those transitioning from shod to barefoot. Now, the EasyCare Dome Comfort Pads are available in sizes small (fits
Porta-Vet Maverick
Porta-Vet introduces the Maverick, the newest mobile veterinary clinic. The Maverick is made specifically for 5’8″ full-size truck beds. This unit specifically fits the Ford Supercrew and the new Chevrolet Silverado four door short box trucks
Penn State Professor Says African Grass Could Replace Timothy, Others
An Ethiopian summer annual grass called teff could be a valuable asset to growers, according to a crop specialist in Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences.
Marvin Hall, MS, PhD, professor of forage management, said he is optimistic tha
Idaho Authorities Say Rising Feed Costs Causing Surge in Neglect Cases
Authorities in northern Idaho who recently found four dead horses and eight others that were malnourished say high feed prices could lead to more such cases.
“We all know that hay and feed prices are skyrocketing and that causes some people
Makers of Succeed Unveil New Web Site on Digestive Health
A new Web site from Freedom Health, LLC offers information on the prevalence of equine ulcers and helps owners and trainers manage their horses for optimal overall health. The new site features study results, diagnostic options, and educational
KHP Now Offering Reduced Admission and Seasonal Hours
Azure skies, crisp autumn air, a palette of changing colors, gorgeous horses, and reduced admission fees await visitors to the Kentucky Horse Park during the new winter hours.
“Fall and winter can be great times to visit the Kentucky
9-Year-Old Racehorse The Tin Man Retired due to Fracture
The Tin Man, a 9-year-old multi-millionaire who has experienced continued stakes success on the racetrack, suffered a fractured knee while coming out of anesthesia following an Oct. 25 surgical procedure.
Trainer Richard Mandella, who was
La Niña Weather Expected to Persist; More Drought, Wildfires Possible
The La Ni?a weather phenomenon blamed for drought in the southern United States and flooding in Africa will last for another five months, the U.N. weather agency said Wednesday.
The tropical wind patterns currently seen across the central and
