Latest News – The Horse

Omega-3 Fatty Acids Could Benefit Horses With Osteoarthritis
Recent study results support the hypothesis that omega-3s could modify a joint’s response to inflammation.
TAA Accredits Additional Organizations
There are now 56 accredited aftercare organizations using more than 180 facilities across the United States and Canada.
BLM Seeks Assistance in Identifying Abandoned Horses
Two domestic horses were found abandoned and suffering from extreme malnutrition, dehydration, and physical abuse.
Laminitis Research Grant Pre-Proposals Sought
The AAEP Foundation is accepting pre-proposals for research projects on supporting limb laminitis until Jan. 15, 2016.

Poll Recap: Off-Track Thoroughbreds
Of the 775 respondents, 560 (72%) said they have owned or ridden an off-track Thoroughbred.
TOBA Joins Coalition for Horse Racing Integrity
TOBA supports reforms to medication testing and enforcement in American Thoroughbred racing.

Vesicular Stomatitis Still Present in Utah Livestock
Cases remain in Duchesne, Uintah, and Utah counties, where premises are in varying stages of quarantine.
New Arrest Made in Florida Slaughter Farm Case
An eighth man has been arrested in connection with raids on three illegal slaughter farms in Florida.

Cardiac Recovery Time in Endurance Horses Evaluated
Veterinarians and riders should consider cardiac recovery times of more than 13 minutes as a warning sign of a problem.
Reward Offered in Show Jumper Slaughter Case
The reward stands at more than $50,000 for information about the slaughter of a Selle Francais gelding.
Court Sides With AQHA in Cloning Case
The U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals sided with the AQHA in a long-running case involving the registration of clones.
FDA Approves Loading Dose for EPM Treatment
The FDA approved a loading dose for Marquis, which is also the first FDA-approved EPM treatment.

Assessing Saddle Fit in Sport Horses
Dr. Sue Dyson shares her tips for ensuring your horse’s saddle fits well and doesn’t interfere with his performance.

Charley Gets a Second Chance at Barrel Racing
Read about how a gelding overcame a serious eye problem and formed a bond with a 10-year-old girl.
Rock Springs Wild Horse, Burro Facility Temporarily Closed
A new office building, hay storage area, and shop improvements are among the changes being made to the facility.

How Well Do British Owners Understand Equine Nutrition?
A recent survey suggests that many horse owners have a poor understanding of equine nutrition.