Latest News – The Horse

How Do I Transition My Horse to Pasture?
Our equine nutritionist shares tips for keeping your horse healthy and your pastures in good shape this spring.
BLM Quarantines Axtell Wild Horse Corrals
Officials believe some horses have contracted strangles. Testing is underway to confirm the diagnosis.
Challis Field Office Offers Wild Horse Viewing
The public can view gathered horses at the Challis Wild Horse Corrals, in Idaho, April 5-6, from 3-5 p.m., local time.

UK Equine Programs Receives $6.8 Million Gift From Alumnus
Dr. John Pirri Jr. pledged more than $6.8 million for UK Ag Equine Programs’ facility needs.
The Jockey Club Offering $21,000 in Academic Scholarships
Applications for the two scholarships must be completed by April 30.

How to Manage Four Equine Respiratory Emergencies
Find tips on handling bacterial pleuropneumonia, pneumothorax and hemothorax, rib fractures, and ARDS in foals.

Insect Bite Hypersensitivity and Pruritus in Horses
Dr. Susan White shares strategies for successful management of horses sweet itch, an allergic reaction to bug bites.
Lawsuit Filed Over Allegedly Mishandled Stored Semen
An Arkansas women claims an equine reproduction facility mishandled semen from her now-deceased Missouri Fox Trotter.

Fixing Treatment Aversion in Horses
An equine behaviorist offers tips on managing potentially stressful situations to which horses might react adversely.
, Zoetis Partner for Parasite Awareness
April is Parasite Awareness Month, and we’re bringing you up-to-date information about parasite control all month long!
House Members Reintroduce PAST Act
Reps. Ted Yoho and Kurt Schrader introduced the legislation that would stiffen penalties for those convicted of soring.

Reining In Equine Infectious Respiratory Diseases
Controlling disease spread can be challenging. A veterinarian offers tips on how to react if your farm becomes infected.
The Horse, Zoetis Partner for Parasite Awareness
April is Parasite Awareness Month, and we’re bringing you up-to-date information about parasite control all month long!

Security Protocols for Horses in 2017 Blue Grass Stakes
Measures cover arrival times, veterinary treatments and records, out-of-competition drug testing, and more.
AAEP Announces 2017 Continuing Education Opportunities
Meeting topics include colic, dentistry, the hind suspensory ligament and stifle, and more.

Barr Introduces Equine Tax Bills
Congressman Andy Barr introduced three pieces of legislation aimed at benefiting the breeding and racing industries.