Latest News – The Horse
2017 Equitation Science Conference Taking Place Nov. 22-25
The conference will be held at Charles Sturt University in Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, Australia.
Is My Horse a Tick Magnet?
What might cause one horse to have many ticks on him while his pasturemate only has a few?
Virginia Owners Advised to Have Horses Vaccinated
The state veterinarian’s office says horse owners should check with their vets now regarding vaccination schedules.
International Equine Disease Report, Fourth Quarter 2016
Confirmed diseases include equine herpesvirus, West Nile virus, African horse sickness, strangles, influenza, and more.
Equus, Hippidion Shared Common Ancestors
The Hippidion genus descended from a common ancestor of our modern-day horses, but didn’t survive into our current world.
Hoof Development: From Fetus to Maturity
The hoof is a dynamic structure that undergoes continuous changes throughout a horses’ lifetime.
Researchers Evaluate Parasite Patterns in Feral Horses
Overall horses coped well with parasites. But the heavier the parasite load, the lower the horse’s body condition score.
Appeals Court Upholds Wild Horse Removal Ruling
The ruling dismissed a lawsuit asking the BLM to remove horses from some Nevada ranges to protect the ecologic balance.
New Jersey Horse Tests Positive for Neurologic EHV
The index farm and veterinary clinic at which the horse was treated are currently under quarantine.
Maryland Horse Euthanized, Tests Positive for EHV
The horse was euthanized at the Marion DuPont Scott Equine Health Center in Leesburg, Virginia, shortly after arrival.
Do Radiographs Change as Weanlings Grow to Yearlings?
Many of the abnormalities researchers evaluated in weanling X rays improve by the time the horse was a yearling.
Readers Expect Feed, Hay to be Biggest Expense This Year
Of the 832 poll respondents, 285 (34%) say feed and hay will be their most expensive equine-related purchase this year.
Novel Equine Deworming Principles, Procedures in the Works
Researchers are working to help us better evaluate and manage parasites in the face of anthelmintic resistance.
FEI, EquiRatings Partner on Data, Risk Analysis Initiatives
The two organizations will work together on risk management initiatives for eventing and endurance.
Using Endocrine Therapy to Manage Subfertile Mares
Reproductive endocrinology can influence a horse’s overall health and well-being.
Colorado Authorities Seek Owner of Abandoned Horse
The horse, which appeared to be malnourished and losing hair due to a fungal infection, was found near Florence.
