Latest News – The Horse

BLM Concludes Eagle, Silver King Emergency Wild Horse Gather
The BLM removed 74 wild horses from in and outside the Eagle and Silver King herd management areas in eastern Nevada.
Tennessee Ponders Grant Award to Walking Horse Group
The grant could help fund a study aimed at developing objective ways to detect soring in Tennessee Walking Horses.
South Carolina Man Accused of Horse Theft
Curtis Bostic was arrested in Kentucky for allegedly removing a horse from property in Breathitt County.

What’s Behind a Horse of a Different Color?
Gene variations in individual horses can result in an unexpected color for a certain breed or mating.

Should I Consult a Vet Before Supplementing My Horses?
Drs. Ashlee Watts and Clair Thunes offer reasons why your vet should be involved in supplement selection.

TheHorse.com’s Top Infographics of 2016
View information on skin conditions, deworming, staying sane on stall rest, feeding, conditioning, and more.

Sending Signals
A horse’s back isn’t purpose-built for riding, but awareness and attention to our influences—and applying the most recent scientific equitation research—can go a long way in helping ensure soundness, welfare, and longevity under saddle.

BLM Seeks Nominations for Wild Horse, Burro Advisory Board
Nominees with experience in equine behavior, wild horse and burro research, and natural resource management are needed.

EHV Confirmed at Fair Grounds Race Course
A 2-year-old Thoroughbred gelding stabled at the Louisiana track was euthanized after developing neurologic signs.

Poll Recap: Has Helped?
Of the 242 respondents, 175 have talked to their vet about a health issue they learned about in The Horse.

What Ingredients are in Equine Joint Supplements?
Dr. Ashlee Watts shares information about what to look for in a joint supplement and their ingredients.

TheHorse.com’s Top Videos of 2016
View videos on vision, fear, the hoof, assessing the foal after birth, EIPH, trimming old horses’ hooves, and more.

RMTC Urges Adoption of Out-of-Competition, MMV Rules
The RMTC urged racing authorities to adopt the rules approved by the Association of Racing Commissioners International.

New South Wales Reports First Equine Hendra Case of 2016
The 22-year-old horse died after a period of illness and receiving treatment from a private veterinarian.

Poll Recap: Has The Horse Helped?
Of the 242 respondents, 175 (72%) said they had talked to their veterinarian about an equine health issue they had learned about via The Horse or TheHorse.com.

TheHorse.com’s Top Slideshows of 2016
Popular slideshows included those on skin conditions, horse properties, pasture weeds, the Rio Olympics, and more.



