Latest News – The Horse
Horse-Related Injuries and Concussions in Equestrians
As researchers and doctors are learning more about concussions and other horse-related injuries, they’re passing that knowledge on to the riders and trainers that need it.
Tongue Ties Could Cause Stress for Horses
Tongue ties help some racehorses breathe better, but study results suggest they can also cause stress, even in horses that have been tied regularly in the past.
Which PSD Horses are Good Hind-Limb Neurectomy Candidates?
When cases are selected appropriately, the complication rate is very low and the prognosis for a full return to work is very good, one veterinarian says.
Second Union County, N.J., Horse Tests Positive for EHV-1
The second horse developed a fever and respiratory signs of disease, but has not yet exhibited any neurologic deficits.
Eastern Tent Caterpillar Eggs Hatching Soon in Central Kentucky
The Eastern tent caterpillar eggs will begin hatching soon after spending about nine months as eggs in masses on twigs of wild cherry and related trees.
Scientists Test Quarter Horse Personality Scoring System
The ability to select Quarter Horse breeding stock for behavior traits might improve equine welfare and human safety, researchers said.
Miami Beach Lounge Where Horse Made Appearance to Reopen
The club’s owners admitted to municipal violations, agreed to pay $12,150, and will make a $10,000 donation to an area horse rescue.
NTRA Safety and Integrity Alliance Reaccredits Turfway Park
The alliance was formed to establish standards and practices to promote safety and integrity in horse racing.
Researchers Narrow Down Equine Coronavirus Risk Factors
Draft horses, horses from the Midwest, and those used for farming and ranching or breeding are most at-risk of contracting coronavirus, researchers found.
Non-Drug Treatments for Equine Metabolic Syndrome
Drs. Vern Dryden and Amanda Adams offer advice for managing EMS horses and selecting supplements.
Feeding the Laid-Up Horse: How Much Protein is Too Much?
A ration balancer might offer the best balance of nutrients and protein for your horse during stall rest.
Horses Seized After Dozens Found Dead at Maryland Farm
More than 80 allegedly maltreated horses are being removed from a Maryland farm after authorities found the remains of 25 others on the same property.
BLM to Postpone Wild Horse, Burro Advisory Board Meeting
The BLM opted to delay when one of its members threatened to sue the agency because it did not provide 30 days’ public notice of the meeting.
Thoroughbred Racehorse Fatal Injury Rate Increased Slightly in 2017
Equine Injury Database statistics revealed a modest increase in 2017 (1.61 per 1,000 starts) compared to 2016 (1.54 per 1,000 starts).
What to Do When Your Horse Keeps Gaining Weight
An Icelandic Horse has tested negative for metabolic disease but is still gaining weight. Dr. Amanda Adams offers advice.
Poll: Horses With PSSM
Have you owned or managed a horse with polysaccharide storage myopathy (PSSM)?
