Latest News – The Horse
Salt River Horse Death Under Investigation
A wild horse found at the Salt River Recreation Area in Arizona is now the subject of an animal cruelty investigation.
Study Findings Could Improve Colic Diagnostics in Horses
The researchers are also seeking veterinarian and horse owner input for surveys on recognizing and diagnosing colic.
Poll Recap: Rehabbing Tendon and Ligament Injuries
Of the 571 respondents, 384 (67%) people said they have rehabbed a horse from a tendon or ligament injury.
Manifestations of Equine Herpesvirus-1
Learn how the respiratory, reproductive, and neurologic forms of equine herpesvirus-1 can impact your horse.
Equine WNV Case Count in Texas Rises to 22
The majority of the affected horses were not previously vaccinated against West Nile virus (WNV).
Keeneland’s Track Reviewed in Wake of Racehorse Breakdowns
Dr. Mick Peterson found that the dirt surface met all of the pre-meet test criteria and was maintained properly.
IFHA Joints Coalition for Horse Racing Integrity
The International Federation of Horseracing Authorities (IFHA) strives to coordinate the rules of its member countries.
Cobalt Limit for Racehorses Now in Effect in California
The CHRB adopted the limit of 25 ng/ml in blood serum with increasing penalties for cobalt in excess of 50 ng/nl.
Days End Farm Horse Rescue Earns International Accreditation
The farm has met the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries’ standards identifying legitimate rescues.
Training a Zorse: A Learning Theory Exercise
A trainer shares how he used learning theory principles to train a half-zebra with “complicated instinctive behavior.”
Horse Groups Endorse AHC’s Welfare Code of Practice
Ten additional organizations have recently supported the American Horse Council’s code meant to “put the horse first.”
How Prevalent are Lice in African Horses?
Recent research revealed a high incidence of equine lice infestations, especially in saddle horses.
Two New Equine Cases of WNV Reported in Kentucky
The newly confirmed cases make for eight total WNV-infected Kentucky horses this year.
First Equine Leptospirosis Vaccine Introduced
The USDA-approved vaccine prevents the disease responsible for foal abortion, kidney and liver failure, and uveitis.
Fall Forage Transition Tips for Horse Owners
Here’s how to help your horse make the switch from pasture to hay as easy and healthy as possible.
Potomac Horse Fever: Know the Signs
Learn the clinical signs of Potomac horse fever and how you can protect your horse.
