Latest News – The Horse
Horse Trainer Accused of Soring Settles With USDA
The U.S. Department of Agriculture and Rob Biggers, a horse trainer in Columbus, Miss., have agreed to a consent decision and order regarding violations of the Horse Protection Act.
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Update On Stolen Foal
A two-month-old filly stolen Monday evening from Cornerstone Stable, located off of Newtown Pike near Lexington, has not yet been found, but more information has been made available. Mike Owens, who operates Cornerstone, said a possible sighting
Jury Finds Against Vets In Negligence Case
Practicing racetrack veterinarians throughout North America felt the chill of a $600,000 judgment brought on March 23 against two of their colleagues in a Southern Calif. case that centered around an antibiotic injection give
Veterinary Program Offers Assitance to Remote Areas
Remote Area Medical Veterinary Volunteers (RAMVV), is an organization based in Knoxville, Tenn., that is composed of dedicated veterinarians, veterinary technicians, veterinary students, and volunteers who travel throughout
Thoroughbred Mistaken Identity Case Settled
Trainer Bret Calhoun of Grand Prairie, Texas, and officials from the Keeneland sales company have reached a settlement regarding a misidentified racehorse that was sold last fall at public auction, according to reports in the
New International Colored Sporthorse Registry
International Sport Horses of Color, “SHOC,” is a new equine color by design registry, registering sport horses of all breeds and colors, including, spotted and solid colors such as Pinto, Palomino, Cremello, Buckskin, Bay,
VSV Might Be Useful For Humans
Yale University lab researchers recently modified the vesicular stomatitis virus (VSV) to kill HIV-infected human cells. Even better, the human VSV left the human cells unharmed. Such a treatment might swiftly stop HIV
African Horse Sickness Detected In South Africa
African Horse Sickness (AHS) has been detected in the Western Cape of South Africa with confirmation of at least 12 horses being fatally stricken by the disease. Due to the outbreak, a ban has been placed on all horse exports
Transporting: Room To Breathe
Transporting horses for long distances can be a contributing factor in the development of respiratory disease, which can last long after the trip is over. Although horse owners cannot control all elements, keeping in mind these few guidelines will
How To Find A Vet On The Road
What is the best way to find a veterinarian when we are away from home with our horses?
Foreign Travel Tips
Travel can broaden your horizons, but crossing international borders can stress horses and owners. The process becomes complex with travel on land, sea, or air. Required quarantines, longer distances, and tests for import and export
Equestrian Discipline: Pure Pleasure
His job is fun. The pleasure horse doesn’t work hard or fast, like competitors in jumping, reining, or racing. But when he treks up the trail or circles the show ring, he’s supplying his rider with an essential ingredient–the feel of a good horse.
Should You Insure?
How much can you afford to lose? That’s the crux of any insurance question and it’s no exception for those who transport their horses to shows tracks breeding facilities sales barns living history festivals vacation areas parks and so
Avoiding Travel Fatigue
Although most horses seem to tolerate travel it is a stress to some degree to all horses. Horses lose body weight and run the risk of respiratory disease during travel. Because of the risks no matter how seasoned the showman moving horses
Avoiding Hauling Emergencies
At first blush, a discussion of trailer safety and emergencies seems quite uncomplicated and straightforward. However, it really isn’t all that simple because there are so many facets involved in traveling down the highways and byways
