Latest News – The Horse
AVA: Events for Horses Without Hendra Protection is Risky
The AVA believes events held exclusively for horses unvaccinated against Hendra virus raise health and welfare concerns.
FEI Announces Six New Prohibited Substance Cases
All cases involve the use of substances banned under the FEI’s Equine Anti-Doping and Controlled Medication Regulations.
Leading Causes of Death in Aged Horses in Kentucky Examined
Digestive system and cardiovascular system problems were the most common causes of death in the study population.
American Horses, Mules Joined Soldiers in WWI
Brooke USA hopes to honor the 1 million war horses and mules by helping working equids around the world.
Worms vs. Drugs: The Fundamentals
Know the characteristics of these common equine parasites, as well as the mechanisms and effects of common deworming compounds.
Finalists Selected for 2017 Equine Industry Vision Award
Finalists are Tootie Bland, Certified Horsemanship Association, Dot Morgan, and Sydney Knott.
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.
Virginia Owners Advised to Have Horses Vaccinated
The state veterinarian’s office says horse owners should check with their vets now regarding vaccination schedules.
Is My Horse a Tick Magnet?
What might cause one horse to have many ticks on him while his pasturemate only has a few?
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.
