Latest News – The Horse
TIP Program Announces 2016 Non-Competition Award Winners
Big Saga was named Thoroughbred of the Year. Three individuals share the Young Rider of the Year Award.
‘Romeo’ Tops TheHorse.com’s Sun-Sensitivity Contest
TheHorse.com Facebook fans selected Romeo as the overall winner of the “Help! My Horse is Sun-Sensitive” contest.
Help! My Horse is Sun-Sensitive Contest: Editors’ Picks
Readers submitted stories and photos of their sun-sensitive horses. Discover how they protect their horses from the sun.
Equine Nutrition Survey for South Dakota Horse Owners
Researchers say responses from the survey will help gauge horse owners’ and managers’ understanding of equine nutrition.
Equine WNV Case Numbers Rising
New York, Oklahoma, and Wisconsin have all reported new cases within the past week.
BLM Nixes Surgical Spay Plan
Also, a wild horse and burro advisory board resolution might result in the euthanasia of animals in holding facilities.
Castration: A Crucial Part of Responsible Ownership
Being a responsible horse owner involves deciding if and when castration is appropriate.
Rio Paralympics: Britain Takes Command of Team Competition
Following Monday’s tests Great Britain leads the team competition, ahead of Belgium and Germany.
AAEP Foundation Announces Laminitis Research Funding
The foundation will support two research projects investigating support-limb laminitis.
How to Prevent Sand Colic in Horses
Dr. Erin Denney-Jones suggests management techniques to reduce the chance of your horse suffering from sand colic.
RMTC Approves New York Drug Testing Laboratory Accreditation
The NYDTL is the eighth laboratory to become accredited by the RMTC since 2013.
Equine Vets Will Make a Splash at 2016 AAEP Convention
The AAEP’s 62nd Annual Convention and Trade Show will convene Dec. 3-7 in Orlando, Florida.
Charges Against Online Horse Rescuer Dropped
The charges against Crystal Davis and her son Joseph McMillen were dropped after an investigator stepped down.
Biosecurity in the Breeding Shed
Biosecurity isn’t just a consideration for show horses. Here are some tips on how to keep breeding stock disease-free.
Rio 2016 Paralympics: Lubbe, Pearson Lead After Day One
Ann Cathrin Lubbe and Donatello took the Grade III test while Lee Pearson and Zion topped the Grade Ib test.
BEVA Announces New Honorary Member
Dr. Polly Taylor received honorary membership due to her long-term commitment to equine welfare.
