Latest News – The Horse
Cushing’s Horses’ Long-Term Response to Pergolide
Researchers determined that veterinarians can manage PPID long-term without a progressive increase in pergolide dose.
Pintos, Paints, and Eye Pigmentation
Dr. Nicole Scherrer explains how natural pigmentation can help protect a horse’s eyes from sunburn.
Pan Am Conference Wraps Up With Anti-Doping Insights
The conference concluded with presentations by individuals from inside and outside the Thoroughbred industry.
BEVA Issues New Guidelines on Managing Equine Risks
The guides are designed to help equine veterinarians assess and manage risks with horses.
Interpreting Endocrine Diagnostics for Subfertile Mares
Hormone concentrations can help diagnose reproductive problems, determine pregnancy status, and more.
Cloud Computing Conquers Classic Empire in Preakness Stakes
The lightly raced colt edged 2-1 second betting choice Classic Empire by a head in the race’s last strides.
Maine Bill Could Wave Animal Surrender Fees
Alleged animal abusers could also avoid consequences by signing an affidavit banning future animal ownership.
Common Dewormers: Still Effective Against Small Strongyles?
Study results revealed that three commercially available dewormers showed poor efficacy on the majority of farms tested.
An Inside Look at the Equine GI Microbiome
Researchers are learning more about how microbes within the gut influence horse health.
How to Prevent Sunburn on a Horse’s Nose and Lips
Dr. Nicole Scherrer offers recommendations to protect a horse’s sensitive muzzle from UV light.
Equine Massage Therapists can Now Practice in Tennessee
The state’s house and senate passed an amendment making it lawful for animal massage therapists to practice.
Advocates Stress Responsibility at Racehorse Aftercare Forum
Advocates emphasized owner responsibility and humane treatment and shared insights on racehorse retirement programs.
How Broodmare Nutrition Affects Her Foal
Researchers found that over- and underfeeding can affect foals’ bone growth, metabolism, and testicular development.
Sunburn vs. Photosensitivity: What’s the Difference?
Dr. Rose Nolen-Walston helps distinguish painful sunburn from potentially fatal photosensitivity.
Cargill Investigates California Horse Deaths
Two horses at the same farm that consumed Nutrena SafeChoice Senior died three days apart.
AQHA Executive Committee Approves Welfare Recommendations
Recommendations include adding to the forbidden drugs or substances list, creating educational efforts, and more.
