Latest News – The Horse
Agriculture Subcommittee Strongly Disapproves of Slaughter Bill
The House Agricultural Subcommittee listened to testimonies from a panel of horse industry and veterinary leaders yesterday (July 27) concerning an amendment (H.R. 503) to the Horse Protection Act. After listening to a lengthy discussion, member
This Year’s First Human Case of West Nile Confirmed in Pennsylvania
Health Secretary Dr. Calvin B. Johnson today (July 27) reported the first human case of West Nile virus in Pennsylvania this year. The individual, a 43-year-old York County male, was hospitalized and released and has recovered.
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British Horse Society Launches Blog
The British Horse Society has launched a blog (an online diary) to promote its work for horses and riders in this increasingly internet age.
Federal Hearing on Horse Slaughter Draws Large Crowd
A legislative hearing Tuesday by the U.S. House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade, and Consumer Protection concerning the American Horse Slaughter Prevention Act drew a large crowd, causing the hearing to be moved after opening
Pfizer Introduces Simple Rotational Deworming Calendar
Equine veterinarians agree that rotating between chemical classes is the key to creating an effective deworming program. Now, Pfizer Animal Health makes rotation simple for horse owners by offering year-round parasite protection in a program tha
Dates Set for 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games
Save the dates! The Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games at the
eBay Sellers Help Rescue Slaughter-Bound Thoroughbreds
(edited press release)
A Breyer Ruffian model created by Faye Cohen is being auctioned on eBay to raise money for Angel Acres Horse Haven Rescue, Inc., in Glenville, Pa., and ultimately advance the adoption of rescued
Clinical Signs of Colic in the Horse: Book Excerpt
Clinical signs of colic are those changes in behavior or activity that indicate abdominal pain.
Barbaro “Doing as Well as Can Be Expected”
According to Chief of Surgery Dean Richardson, DVM, Dipl. ACVS, Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro slept well after his left hind foot bandage was changed yesterday.
Texas Department of Agriculture Investigating Toxicity Deaths
The Texas Department of Agriculture is investigating the manner of pesticide application that led to the deaths of 27 horses at a boarding facility in
Computer-Assisted Saddle Fit Analysis Now Available
The Saddletech System for horse owners concerned about the comfort of their horses and the fit of their saddles is now available from Onsite Tack Services.
Progress on a Diagnostic Test for DSLD/ESPA
Scientists at the University of Georgia’s College of Veterinary Medicine are studying a new diagnostic test that will detect a common disease of the musculoskeletal system of the horse before he exhibits lameness or other performance problems.
Radiation-Killed Bacteria Vaccine Shows Promise in Early Trial
Vaccines made with bacteria killed by gamma irradiation, rather than by standard methods of heat or chemical inactivation, may be more effective, say researchers supported by the National Institute of
Equine Movie Stars Flicka and Dreamer to Appear at BreyerFest
This weekend the public is invited to the 17th annual BreyerFest, July 28-30 at the
Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit Scheduled for October
Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation will sponsor a two-day workshop for presentations, panel discussions and strategic planning concerning the welfare and safety of the Thoroughbred racehorse on
Meeting Held at Del Mar Over Breakdowns
Del Mar track management held an informal meeting the morning of July 22 to address the spike in injuries and fatal breakdowns during the first days of the California seaside oval’s summer season.
The meeting included several trainers
