Latest News – The Horse
Preparing Mares for Foaling
Spring is an exciting time for many breeders, as it likely marks the last trimester of their mares’ pregnancies. Due to the rapid changes that occur in the last few months of gestation, it is imperative that owners monitor mares closely.
EIA Found in Wasatch County, Utah, Horse
The horse was imported from Mexico earlier this year but tested negative for EIA at that time.
Nearly 5,500 Soak in Sun and Science at 2016 AAEP Convention
Convention attendees flocked to Orlando, Florida, from across the United States, Canada, and 46 other countries.
Genetic Mutation Behind Albino Donkeys Pinpointed
A missense mutation is behind the donkeys’ lack of pigmentation, researchers learned.
Equine Behavior Changes Before Death
Have horses been known to show significant behavior changes right before death? If so, why does this happen?
12 Facts About Diagnosing Distal Leg Lameness in Horses
Veterinarians use imaging technologies to evaluate, diagnose, and ultimately treat lameness in the lower leg and foot.
California EHV: Some Los Angeles County Quarantines Released
Meanwhile, no new cases have been confirmed in the unrelated Inyo County incident.
New York Mandates Continuing Education for Trainers
Thoroughbred trainers must obtain annual continuing education in equine health, welfare, and safety, among other topics.
RCI Board Approves Compliance Certification
The board voted to create a regulatory compliance program, setting minimum integrity standards based on the Model Rules.
Horses Perish in Colorado Barn Fire
More than a dozen horses were killed when fire swept through their Adams County barn this week.
Dr. Andrew van Eps Joins New Bolton Center Faculty
Van Eps’ research focuses on understanding, preventing, and treating laminitis and other musculoskeletal diseases.
New Surgical Technique for Fixing Equine Shoulder Fractures
Complications are common with traditional repair, so researchers tested a plate designed for human geriatric patients.
Three-Year Depreciation of Racehorses Not Extended to 2017
Congress adjourned without taking action on a tax extender bill, allowing three-year racehorse depreciation to expire.
Horserace Betting Levy Board issues 2017 Codes of Practice
The codes are a guide to preventing and controlling equine diseases that could threaten the breeding industry.
Poll Recap: Visits From the Vet
Of the 682 respondents, 221 (32%) said their veterinarians see their horses twice a year.
Charities Join to Promote Working Equid Welfare Standards
The standards entitle working donkeys, horses, and mules to basic needs such as food, water, and shelter.
