Latest News – The Horse
Charges in ‘Waterboarding’ Case Denied
A Mills County, Iowa, judge denied charges due to lack of probable cause.
2016 Time to Ride Challenge Kicks Off
Equine professionals are competing for $100,000 cash and prizes throughout the summer while growing their businesses.
NSW DPI Contributes to Hendra Virus Research Program
The department’s research has provided data on when environmental contamination might lead to equine infection.
12 Tips for Selling a Horse
Experts share their suggestions for marketing horses and ensuring a smooth and legal transaction.
‘Buy a Donkey a Drink’ Campaign to Help 11,500 Equids
Brooke USA hopes to provide water to thousands of working equids in Ethiopia.
NIFA Accepting Submissions for 2016 Research Grants
The National Institute of Food and Agriculture has funded nearly 300 equine projects through the 2015-16 fiscal year.
Identifying High-Risk Horse Pregnancies
University of Kentucky’s Dr. Barry Ball defines the high-risk pregnancy and its causes and offers management options. Learn about fescue toxicosis, umbilical torsion, premature placental separation, and more in this information-packed lecture.
Poll Recap: Horses Living with Livestock
Of the 362 respondents, 137 (38%) said they own or keep other types of livestock in addition to horses.
I Think My Horse Has Lyme Disease: Now What?
Dr. Amy Johnson of Penn Vet’s New Bolton Center offers advice on what to do (and not to do) if you suspect your horse has contracted Lyme disease.
OIE’s New Priorities Include Working Equid Health, Welfare
Improving working equids’ health and welfare could help them work longer and better to the benefit of their owners.
Foal Eye Issues
A number of congenital or developmental problems can impair a foal’s vision. Here’s what to watch for.
UA Releases New Equine Rabies Resource
Arizona’s first equine rabies case in seven years highlighted the need for education about the disease.
A Look Back at the Feeding of Performance Horses
Find out how feeding recommendations and diets for performance horses have changed over the years.
Belmont Stakes Fan Bash to Benefit TAA, TRF
The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance and Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation work to improve racehorse aftercare.
UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Sarah Elzinga
Elzinga hopes to gain a better understanding of mechanisms that could predispose a horse to developing laminitis.
Researchers Study Glucose and Insulin Testing in Donkeys
Researchers found that test results should be interpreted differently for donkeys than they are for horses.
