Latest News – The Horse

Weights and Measures: Equine Feed Practices in the U.S.
Researchers determined that both veterinarians and owners need more equine nutrition education.

Pimlico Reaccredited by NTRA Safety & Integrity Alliance
Pimlico is home of the Preakness Stakes, the second jewel in Thoroughbred racing’s Triple Crown.

Study Identifies Genetic Risk Factors for Equine Abortions
This is the first study to identify a potential genetic, rather than environmental, cause for foal loss in mares.
Rider, Horse Die in Two Jersey Fresh Cross Country Falls
Philippa Humphreys died after a rotational fall, and Skyler Decker’s horse, Inoui Van Bost, suffered a fatal injury.
Coyote Rock Ranch Veterinary Scholarship Awards Announced
Two vet students were awarded $75,000 scholarships by the American Quarter Horse Foundation.

Wisconsin Horse Diagnosed With EHV, Euthanized
Three other horses on the same farm currently have a fever and are being monitored.
Tax on Horse Sales Proposed in Oklahoma
Oklahoma currently levies a sales tax of 8.357% on livestock, but horse sales are exempt.
IHC Considers Alleged Viral Horse Trainer Incident
Leadership is considering its response to the incident and whether or not to revoke Logan Allen’s championship title.

Getting Back to Work This Spring? Keep Your Horse Sound!
Take precautions to reduce your horse’s risk of getting hurt while returning to work.

Eye-Drop-Based Treatment Could Replace Surgery
A University of Illinois’ Veterinary Teaching Hospital researcher is seeking new approaches for treating corneal ulcers.

Surgical Technique Effective for Treating Corneal Edema
Treated horses had less corneal fluid swelling than before, did not develop any corneal ulcers, and retained vision.

Natural Insect Control Options
Horses for Clean Water’s Alayne Blickle offers advice on controlling flies and other bugs on horse properties.

Why is Equine Behavior Research Important?
An equine behavior consultant explains how we can improve equine welfare through research.

Legislation Protecting Salt River Horses Becomes Law
The bill protects the feral horses and places them under Maricopa County Sheriff’s Department and USFS jurisdiction.

EHV-1 Confirmed in Erie County, New York
The Equine Disease Communication Center reported that three aged mares tested positive for EHV-1 last week.

How Do Mares Protect Their Foals?
An equine reproductive behavior expert shares insight into how mares and herds will ward off danger to their young.



