Latest News – The Horse

Donkey Tests Positive for WNV in Florida
The donkey, which was recently brought to Florida from a Louisiana auction, is recovering.

University of Maryland Extension Hosting Farriery Workshop
Lectures will cover hoof anatomy and physiology, the basics of trimming, determining when shoes are necessary, and more.

Tips for Preparing Horses for Cold Weather
Use these 10 veterinarian-approved tips for keeping your horse healthy and comfortable as winter approaches.
NTRA Approves Safety, Integrity Code of Standards Updates
Updates include a January 2019 deadline for total compliance with the National Uniform Medication Program.

Church Honored as Averett University Distinguished Alumnus
Stephanie L. Church, editor-in-chief for The Horse and TheHorse.com, graduated from Averett in 1999.

Minimizing Laminitis Risk in EMS Horses
Take steps to reduce the risk of laminitis development, such as combating obesity and reducing pasture and NSC intake.

Exercise Benefits Senior Horses
Age-related issues can limit performance, but regular exercise remains important for older horses.
Court Rules Borells Have No Claim to Seized Horses
The ruling noted that Charles Borell relinquished his ownership of the horses in connection with his Alford plea deal.

10 Horse Sales Fraud Warning Signs
Learn how to protect yourself when buying your next horse with these tips from an experienced equine-industry attorney.
ND Authorities Offer Reward in Horse, Cattle Killing Cases
The North Dakota Stockmen’s Association offers a $10,000-plus reward after a mare was shot and skinned.
BLM Plans Public Tours of Nevada Wild Horse, Burro Corral
Two public tours of the Indian Lakes Off-Range Wild Horse and Burro Corral, in Fallon, will take place Oct. 28.

Protect Horses From Potomac Horse Fever Through First Frost
The bacterium that causes this seasonal disease can infect horses from the late spring to fall in temperate areas.

How Long Does it Take Jumping Horses’ Muscles to Recover?
Researchers found that jumping at shows two weekends in a row did not allow horses adequate muscle recovery.

BLM Concludes Pancake Emergency Wild Horse Gather
The agency removed 297 horses from the Big Sand Spring Valley portion of the Pancake herd management area.

An Equine Simulator: The New First Horse?
Researchers say using a simulator could allow novice riders to train in a safe environment and safeguard equine welfare.

Equine Rehab Therapies: How Do They Work?
A look at noninvasive high-tech therapies–from lasers to ceramic-thread blankets–and how they might help horses heal.



