Latest News – The Horse
FEI Addressing Endurance Horse Welfare Issues
The FEI requested immediate action following seven endurance horse deaths in the UAE in the last four weeks.
Top Surgery Studies of 2016
Dr. Elizabeth Santschi recaps studies on fracture recovery, joint injections, sarcoid treatments, and more.
How Veterinarians Become Involved in Equine Rescue Cases
Take a look at six ways vets might become involved as well as the legal considerations when dealing with these cases.
2017 Thoroughbred Makeover Accepts Entries From 578 Trainers
Trainers will compete for their share of $100,000 in prize money when the event takes place Oct. 5-8..
Top Medicine Studies of 2016
Dr. Rob MacKay recaps studies on heparin for EHM prevention, liver failure caused by supplements, headshaking, and more.
Narrow Escape: Caring for Equine Barn Fire Survivors
Just because a horse survives a barn fire doesn’t mean he’s out of harm’s way.
Poll Recap: Equine Dental Exams
Of the 911 respondents, 802 (88%) said their horse has had a dental exam or treatment in the past 12 months.
BLM Concludes the Reveille HMA Wild Horse Gather
The BLM removed 81 horses and returned 68 to the range, including 30 mares treated with a fertility control vaccine.
A Valid Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship
How have you seen the veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR) at work in your barn?
Top Medicine Studies of 2016
Dr.Rob MacKay recaps studies on heparin for EHM prevention, liver failure caused by a supplement, gastric ulcers, and more.
Using MRI to Evaluate Fetlock Pain
Vets use MRI to identify issues and prescribe targeted treatment to give the horse the best chance at returning to work.
Kentucky EHV: Quarantine at Oldham County Facility Released
Unrelated EHV quarantines remain in place at Keeneland Race Course’s Rice Road Training Center and Turfway Park.
Kentucky Woman Faces Animal Cruelty Charges
Authorities have seized 14 horses and several rabbits from her Trimble County property.
EIA Confirmed in Quebec Horse
A horse in the Lanaudiere region tested positive in January. This is Quebec’s first positive EIA test since 2011.
Thinking Like a Horse
By gaining a better understanding of how horses associate and learn, can we train them more effectively and ethically?
Time to Ride Partners with Equine Affaire for Riding Events
Time to Ride will provide horseback rides and information on how to get involved with local horse communities.
