Latest News – The Horse
Sept. 7 is Old Friends Day at Belterra Park
Belterra will celebrate Old Friends, the Thoroughbred retirement facility that cares for more than 150 ex-racehorses.
South Dakota Implements Equine Requirements for State Fair
Participating horses must have a health certificate issued by their veterinarian within 48 hours of arrival.
South Carolina Man Indicted for Animal Cruelty
Ronald Hevener was indicted for allegedly maltreating more than 20 Arabian horses at a Calhoun County farm.
Is That Horse Happy or Sad? His Whinny Will Tell
Researchers say it appears horses can transmit their emotions through their whinnies.
Old Friends Stakes to Take Place Sept. 16 at Kentucky Downs
A portion of the proceeds from a special seating option will benefit the Georgetown, Kentucky-based nonprofit.
NSAIDs: Are You Following the Rules?
Use caution when administering a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) to your horse close to a competition.
A New Normal
The past few months, since 19-year-old Dorado foundered in June, have been nothing short of crazy. From full days spent at the barn icing his
Application Period for 2016 TIP Shows Now Open
The Thoroughbred Incentive Program offers high-point awards and classes for Thoroughbreds in multiple disciplines.
NYTHA to Invest in New Drug Testing Equipment
The triple quadrupole mass spectrometer will be used to screen for new drugs alleged to be used in horse racing.
NC State Equine Trio Receives Rehabilitation Certification
The two veterinarians and one clinical technician are developing sports medicine and rehab services at NC State.
EQUUS Foundation Awards Grants and Scholarships in 2015
The EQUUS Foundation awarded more than $250,000 to organizations working to improve equine welfare and more.
The Importance of Limb Conformation
Researchers are always working to determine which deviations from the norm are performance-limiting.
Kentucky Reports Third Equine WNV Case of 2015
The unvaccinated 3-year-old Quarter Horse mare from Shelby County is recovering and is in stable condition.
FEI President Pushes ‘Clean Sport’ Message
The FEI is preparing to launch the global Equine Anti-Doping and Controlled Medication Program on Jan. 1, 2016.
BLM Utah Proposes Wild Horse and Burro Research Projects
The BLM will work with the United States Geological Survey to conduct several studies on wild horses and burros.
Poll Recap: Tack Cleaning
Of the 870 respondents, 298 (34%) said they clean their horses’ tack a few times per year.
