Latest News – The Horse
EHV-1 Reported in Saskatchewan, Canada
A boarding barn is voluntarily quarantined and the affected horse is isolated and receiving supportive care.
‘Breeding Bonny’ Could Help Students With Reproductive Exams
Researchers recently tested an equine gynecological exam simulator for its suitability in veterinary training programs.
Florida Fire Claims Standardbred Horses
A dozen horses are dead and 11 more are recovering after fire destroyed their barn at South Florida Trotting Center.
Conditions Helped by Hay Soaking
Research shows that soaking hay before feeding can help a variety of equine health conditions. Here’s a look at some of the most common.
USA Equestrian Trust Opens Grant Program for Nonprofits
The trust is now accepting proposals from IRS-registered equine nonprofit organizations for its 2016 grants program.
BLM Seeking Bids for Off-Range Wild Horse Care Facilities
The BLM is seeking proposals from those who can care for a minimum of 200 horses in a free-roaming pasture setting.
Payson Park Training Center Released from Quarantine
The quarantine was put in place in late February after a horse residing there tested positive for equine herpesvirus-1.
Working Equids’ Influence on Human Health, Livelihood
Researchers recently confirmed that in poor and rural communities, equid health is intrinsically linked to human health.
Foundation Commits $1.16 Million to Equine Research
Research topics include EHV-1 latency, foal pneumonia, training and surface factors in preventing injury, and more.
Swayback in a Young Horse
A young horse’s swayback is getting worse as he ages. A veterinarian shares insight on why this might be.
Horse Pelted With Paintballs, Then Abandoned
The aged mare, who was shot 130 times, is also underweight, blind in one eye, and has an ulcer in the other eye.
Poll Recap: Feed Frequency
More than 50% of respondents said they feed grain, concentrates, complete feeds, or supplements twice each day.
Fire Destroys Georgia Equestrian Center
One horse is dead and 20 others are displaced after fire swept through a barn at an equestrian center in Villa Rica.
BLM Offers Reward for Information on Wild Horse Shooting
The BLM is offering $10,000 for information on the shooting death of a horse in October 2015 near Carson City, Nevada.
Thoroughbred Racing Legislation Earns Additional Support
The legislation would aid in creating uniform standards in drug testing and enforcement for Thoroughbred racing.
Clues for Recognizing Confusing Neurologic Syndromes
From behavioral changes to yawning, signs of neurologic problems in horses can be challenging to decipher.
