Latest News – The Horse
Coverdale Honored with 2016 Equine Science Award
Dr. Josie Coverdale was an associate professor and equine science section leader at Texas A&M University before her death in February.
West Nile Confirmed in Two Nevada Horses
A horse in Churchill County and another in Clark County have tested positive for West Nile virus.
Behind the Scenes at the Olympic Farriery Forge
British and Brazilian farriers are working around the clock to keep the equine athletes well-shod in Rio de Janiero.
Operation Gelding Receives Grant to Expand Program
The AAEP Foundation provided $10,000 toward the UHC’s $50,000 goal to geld 500 horses.
BLM Concludes Nevada Burro Gather
The BLM gathered 42 burros utilizing a temporary corral stocked with hay and water.
Penn Vet Lecture to Focus on Equine Neurologic Exams
Dr. Amy Johnson will conduct live equine neurologic exam demonstrations as part of the lecture.
Can We Monitor Ridden Horses’ Stress Levels Objectively?
A new device determines horses’ heart rate changes due to stress and “subtracts” changes due to physical activity.
Fighting French Fly to Victory in Olympic Team Jumping Final
Team USA finished in silver medal position, while Germany won a jump-off for the bronze.
The Tolerable Club Foot
Is it worth taking a chance on a horse with a “clubby” foot, and how can you manage one to keep him sound?
Oklahoma Confirms Second Equine WNV Case for 2016
The 9-year-old Quarter Horse mare from Muskogee County was euthanized. Her vaccination history is unknown.
BIVI Seeking Proposals for Equine Research Awards
Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica will give $75,000 in five individual $15,000 awards to fund selected studies.
How Can I Tell if My Horse Needs Stitches?
If my horse gets a cut, how can I tell if it’s severe enough to require a veterinarian to suture it?
Madden, Cortes ‘C’ Withdrawn From Olympic Jumping
Cortes ‘C’ sustained an injury during the first round of the team competition on Aug. 16.
Flooding Challenges Humans, Horses in Louisiana
Owners are working to locate horses displaced by the flood and evaluate property damage as waters subside in some areas.
Researchers Study Method to Detect Equine Arthritis Early
Scientists say molecular changes to an in-joint protein layer called lubricin could indicate osteoarthritis development.
Tight at the Top After First Round of Olympic Team Jumping
Brazil, Germany, The Netherlands, and Team USA tied for the lead on a zero score after the first round of team jumping.
