Latest News – The Horse
Gender Issues: Training Stallions
By Ron Meredith, President, Meredith Manor International Equestrian Centre
Some people make a big deal out of a horse’s gender and say people should handle horses of different sexes different ways. We work with every horse, regardless o
SmartPak Celebrating First Anniversary of Retail Store
SmartPak has announced plans for an anniversary celebration at its retail store, which opened its doors on August 1, 2006. The store, located in Natick, Mass., will host special events including free giveaways, raffles, product promotions, and
Selecting the Right Horse: MSU Online Program Offering Course
Buying a horse is a big challenge. Choosing a mount that doesn’t fit the prospective owner’s need, skill level, or intended use can be painful emotionally, financially, and even physically.
To give would-be horse owners information tha
Western College of Vet Medicine Equine Programs Receive Record Funding
The Equine Health Research Fund (EHRF) will invest more than $225,000 in equine health research and training programs at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine during the next 12 months–the largest annual amount ever awarded by the
Drug Test Results Questioned in Kentucky
The results of post-race blood tests in five horses that raced at Keeneland or Churchill Downs have raised some red flags in Kentucky.
Trainers Bobby Frankel, Bob Holthus, Mike Maker, Bob Pincins, and Mike Tomlinson were notified by the
Two Plead Guilty in Harness Horse Drugging Case
A father and son accused of trying to fix races by injecting harness horses with substances designed to deaden pain or improve performance pleaded guilty Wednesday to felony charges in Ballston Spa, N.Y.
William Barrack, 68, and his son,
Horse Protection Group Searching for New Chief Executive
The International League for the Protection of Horses (ILPH) is looking for a new chief executive upon the retirement of John Smales at the end of 2007.
“We are looking for an exceptional
Protecting Equine Athletes from Osteoarthritis
Since most horses are used for recreational or performance activities, soundness is understandably of vital importance to horse owners. A 2003 study suggested that 60% of lameness problems in horses are related to osteoarthritis, thus stressing the
Immigration Bill Appears Dead–Indefinitely
The United States Senate postponed action June 28 on comprehensive immigration reform–perhaps until after the 2008 November election–when an effort to limit debate on the Senate floor failed to garner enough votes.
In all, 46 senators
National Human, Veterinary Medical Associations to Collaborate
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) announced June 26 that the American Medical Association (AMA) has adopted a resolution calling for collaboration on a One Health Initiative.
The two organizations will work
Driving Course Designer for 2010 Equestrian Games Selected
Officials with the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games have announced Richard Nicoll as the event’s driving course designer.
“Richard will be a tremendous asset to our efforts,” stated Jack Kelly, CEO of the World Games 2010 Foundation,
Sweat Glands of Anhidrotic Horses — Short Circuit Found
Results of a study performed by scientists at Glasgow Caledonian University and Michigan State University have revealed that the sweat glands of anhidrotic horses secrete chloride ions differently than normal horses–these chloride ions underpin the
Kentucky Derby Competitor Scat Daddy Retired Due to Tendon Injury
Scat Daddy, a grade I winner the past two years, has been retired from racing because of a slight tendon injury suffered in an unplaced effort in the May 5 Kentucky Derby. The 3-year-old son of Johannesburg retired with five wins from nine races
Seabiscuit Statue Returned Home After 55 Years
Descendants of the owner, trainer, and jockey of Seabiscuit paid tribute to the legendary American racehorse June 23 as a life-sized bronze sculpture of the horse was unveiled and formally dedicated at Ridgewood Ranch in Willits, Calif.
Midway College Hires New Equine Division Chair
Milton C. Toby, J.D., has been hired as the Equine Division Chair for Midway College in Midway, Ky. Toby has extensive experience in the equine and legal fields and will bring a great deal of expertise to the Equine Department at Midway.
Stewards Fine, Suspend Jockey for Kicking Horse
Philadelphia Park Casino & Racetrack stewards handed jockey Victor Molina a $1,000 fine and 30-day suspension June 25 for his actions prior to the third race at the Bensalem, Pa., facility June 18.
Molina, a 27-year veteran, was scheduled
