Latest News – The Horse

DMG and Creatine in the Equine Diet
Do these supplement ingredients improve performance?

What To Do About the Itchy Horse
Managing itchy horses can be a perplexing and frustrating challenge. Veterinarians share ideas on how to help.
USA Equestrian Trust 2017 Grant Application Period Open
Nonprofit organizations can submit applications for the foundation’s 2017 grants program until May 1.

Behind the Coat: Equine Color Genetics Revealed
Dr. Annette McCoy explains how horse color is a great example of something called “simple inheritance.”

Evaluating Neonatal Foals and Post-Partum Mares at Foal-Heat
Have a vet ensure your foal is developing well and your mare is ready for her next mating at her foal heat.

How Uneven Feet Affect a Horse in Motion
Horses with asymmetric feet have altered loading patterns, which could lead to lameness and possibly early retirement.
More Than 40 Horses Seized From New York Farm
The allegedly maltreated horses are among 150 animals investigators seized from the Watertown, New York, farm.

What’s Inside the Equine Digital Cushion?
The digital cushion, located in the rear of the hoof, protects the foot’s complex bone and soft-tissue structures.

The Relationship Between Hoof Deformation and Underrun Heels
Underrun heels can contribute to problems such as chronic heel pain, bruising, lameness, reduced performance, and more.

How to Disinfect Your Farm
You know cleaning and disinfecting exposed surfaces helps prevent disease spread, but what’s the best way to do it?
Workshop on Depo for Competition Horses Takes Place March 13
The USEF will review the science and use of medroxyprogesterone acetate (Depo-Provera) in competition horses.

Trace Mineral Basics: Molybdenum
Molybdenum isn’t usually a topic of conversation, but this mineral is an important part of your horse’s diet.

2017 International Hoof Care Summit Wrap-Up
Learn about what’s cutting-edge in the world of equine hoof care from our 2017 International Hoof Care Summit coverage.

Which Horse Bedding Harbors the Least Bacteria?
Researchers found that, of the beddings tested, pine shavings were most effective at inhibiting bacterial growth.

Trace Mineral Basics: Manganese
In some areas, water sources can contain substantial amounts of Mn, which can affect dietary needs.
Kentucky Equine Welfare Measure Advances
The legislation requires those convicted of equine cruelty to pay restitution for the animals’ care.