Latest News – The Horse
FEI Endurance Horse Abuse Case Overturned
The rider of an Arabian horse whose leg broke during an endurance race in France has been relieved of a 20-year sanction for doping and horse abuse, following the decision of an international appeals court.
Researchers Link Three Genes To Arabian Racing Performance
Study: Arabians with certain genes coding for less muscle fatigue, more time-efficient energy production, and improved muscular contraction have better racing results than those without.
Exercise Balls Predict Good Horseback Riding Skills
But the ability to roll the pelvis, not balance, is the key, researchers found.
Lame Horse? Maybe It’s a Muscle Tear
Researchers at Oregon State University looked at 14 case studies involving lameness related to muscle tears. Here’s what they found.
Rhode Island Farm Quarantined for Equine Influenza
Four horses tested positive, eight are suspected positive, and four more were potentially exposed after traveling to a New York show.
EIA and Piroplasmosis Confirmed at Iowa Boarding Facility
In addition to the three affected horses, 43 horses were potentially exposed.
Massachusetts Horse Contracts Respiratory EHV-1
Thirty other horses were exposed.
Fasting Horses Reduces Gut Microbiota Number, Diversity
A study looking at fasting horses might help scientists better interpret microbiota test results in colicking horses.
Study: Horses Act Differently With Male and Female Handlers
Survey results showed horses ridden and handled by males behaved differently than those ridden and handled by females.
Medina Spirit Wins 2021 Kentucky Derby
The colt sold for $1,000 as a yearling.
USA Equestrian Trust Grants Nearly $70,000 to Equine Nonprofits
The 2021 Grant Application Deadline is May 26.
IBH Horses Could Be At Risk for Equine Asthma
If you’ve got a horse with insect bite hypersensitivity, midges might not be your only problem. Researchers found that IBH horses are more likely to develop allergic reactions elsewhere—specifically, in the breathing passages.
Does My Horse Have a ‘Cold’?
Find out how to prevent equine upper respiratory tract infections from spreading throughout your barn.
Getting Back With the Horse After the Fall
Falls can cause physical and mental trauma for riders. While broken bones heal, emotional injuries might linger. Here’s help.
The ASPCA Celebrates Inaugural ‘Adopt a Horse Month’ in May
The organization has launched a nationwide adoption event taking place throughout May to help more equines find homes.
T.I.P. Noncompetition Award Applications Available
The Thoroughbred and Young Rider of the Year Awards salute horses excelling in noncompetitive careers and recognize juniors, respectively.
