Latest News – The Horse
Fall Nitrogen Benefits Horse Pastures Year-Round
Most cool-season horse pastures should be fertilized with nitrogen in the fall to boost root reserves and extend the grazing season.
Can DNA Help Identify a Horse With Lost Registration Papers?
A horse’s papers were lost during Hurricane Harvey. His new owner wants to know if DNA testing can help discover his breeding.
What’s the Socioeconomic Status of Most Equestrian Participants?
University of Kentucky researchers developed a survey distributed earlier in 2019. Here’s what they found.
Stonestreet Farm Launches Yearling Warranty
Racing breeder Stonestreet Farm has announced the development of a blood sampling, testing, and secure storage protocol in partnership with the University of Kentucky. The program was developed in response to reports of off-label bisphosphonate use in growing horses.
ISES Day 2: Feeding Horses Naturally, Footing Issues, and New Research Goals
International Society for Equitation Science conference attendees learned about practical applications of scientific studies and discovered new theories about horse welfare and behavior.
18 Louisiana Horses Confirmed Positive for EEE or WNV
None of the horses were current on vaccines against the diseases.
Equine Glandular Gastric Disease
What do we actually know? Dr. Hoyt Cheramie covers anatomy, epidemiology, pathophysiology, and management of horses with glandular gastric ulcers.
Keeping the Aging Horse Comfortable
Here’s how to manage senior horses’ aging teeth, joints, lungs, and more.
ISES Day 1: The Horse-Human Bond, Rider Weight, and More
Get an insider’s recap of the world’s leading equitation science conference. You’ll also learn about whip use, rider balance, and safety.
FEI Studies Horse Health and Performance at Tokyo 2020 Olympics Test Event
Data gathered will help organizers build appropriate facilities and guide athletes on preparing their horses during the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
USDA Issues Situation Report Due to Vesicular Stomatitis Cases
Here’s an update of equine-related VS cases as of Aug. 15.
Thoroughbred Charities of America Named Title Sponsor of the Thoroughbred Makeover
The organization signs on as the Makeover’s top supporter for the seventh consecutive year.
New York Horse Succumbs to Eastern Equine Encephalomyelitis
The yearling filly marks the first confirmed New York case of EEE in 2019.
Packing Feed for a Horse Trip When You Have No Room
How do you make space for horse feed when packing for a multiday trip? Our equine nutritionist offers suggestions.
EEE and WNV Confirmed in Connecticut Horses
Officials announce the state’s first cases of Eastern equine encephalitis and West Nile virus for 2019.
Monk and Dr. Lindsay Fisher Awarded Haggin Cup at 2019 Tevis
The 17-year-old gelding finished ninth in the 100-mile Tevis Cup. This was his fifth consecutive Tevis, and he’s never finished out of the Top 10.
