Latest News – The Horse
Katrina Strands Many; Rescuers Wait for Evaluation of Worst Hit Areas
Katrina’s fury has been felt widespread in Louisiana and Mississippi, scattering storms and high winds across hundreds of square miles. Many horse owners are likely stranded in the storm’s wake, says Bonnie Clark, publisher of the Horseman’s
Deworming Principles (Book Excerpt)
A thorough parasite control program involves a complete understanding of helpful management practices and knowing how different types of dewormers work.
Hurricane Evacuation Information for Louisiana Horse Owners
The Horseman’s Guide of the South Central Region has joined efforts with the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry, Office of Animal Health Studies, State Veterinarian’s Office in compiling information for a evacuation site
In Wait for Hurricane Katrina
Hurricane Katrina made landfall again this morning (Aug. 29) as a Category 4 storm, striking the Louisiana coastline days after damaging parts of south Florida, particularly Miami-Dade and Broward Counties. Florida and Louisiana equine
Katrina’s Damage Minor at Florida Tracks
For the fourth time in less than a year, a hurricane has disrupted Calder Race Course’s racing schedule and track president Ken Dunn says he has seen enough.
“Making plans for a storm is an expertise I wish I didn’t have,” Dunn said afte
North Dakota State Vet Modifies Waiver on Livestock Import Requirements
An outbreak of vesicular stomatitis (VS) in Montana, Wyoming and other states has led North Dakota’s state veterinarian to modify a long-standing exemption allowing transport of livestock from a farm or ranch to an auction market without a healt
Drought Stress and Pasture Quality
Drought causes pastures to dry up, weeds to flourish, and horses to get thin without supplemental feeding. But there are other things going on in your fields that you need to know about in order to protect your horses from problems such as
Days End Farm Horse Rescue Receives “Best in America” Seal of Approval
Independent Charities of America has awarded Days End Farm Horse Rescue (DEFHR, www.defhr.org) with the “Best In America” seal of approval for adhering to the highest standards of accountability
Study Might Link American Robins to West Nile Virus
A recent DNA study of the blood consumed by 300 mosquitoes in Connecticut over the past three years found that 40% of them fed on American robins (Turdus migratorius), while only 1% fed on American crows (Corvus brachyrhynchos)
Stallion Dubai Excellence Believed to be in Ukraine
The Blood-Horse has learned that the search for the stallion Dubai Excellence, a half-brother to Dubai Millennium, has turned to Ukraine, the former Russian territory which is an independent country.
This is where the horse
Jockey Club Rule Changed; Inspections Possible of Early Foals
The Jockey Club, the registry for Thoroughbreds, has announced a change in its Stud Book rules that will permit representatives of the organization to physically inspect horses. According to a release, the rule change was made to insure the
WNV Transmission Between Co-Feeding Mosquitoes
More than just birds and mosquitoes could play a key role in the spread of West Nile virus (WNV). Scientists recently determined that an uninfected mosquito can get WNV from an infected mosquito when feeding directly next to it on an uninfected
Horse in Australia Identified as Samood
The horse believed to have been Dubai Excellence when sold to stand at stud in Australia has been identified as Samood.
Michael Ford, keeper of the Australian Stud Book, confirmed that recent DNA test have confirmed the horse presently i
Equine Scholars Program
Students at Georgetown College in Kentucky now have the opportunity to ?get their foot in the door? of the equine industry, no matter their area of study. The new Equine Scholars Program is a collaboration between the university and the
Afleet Alex Progressing; BC Classic Questionable
Trainer Tim Ritchey said Tuesday that Preakness and Belmont (both gr. I) winner Afleet Alex’s fracture is healing nicely, but with an extra week of walking prescribed, there is a question whether the colt can make the Oct. 29 Breeders’ Cup
Change in Kentucky Drug Rules Could Trigger Lawsuit
The Kentucky Horsemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association (HBPA) could file a lawsuit to prevent implementation of a new race-day medication policy in the state.
Kentucky Gov. Ernie Fletcher signed the more restrictive rules Aug
