Latest News – The Horse
EHV-1 Confirmed in Two Texas Horses
The El Paso County horses are now two of 74 linked to an equine herpesvirus outbreak at Sunland Park in New Mexico.
Poll Recap: Therapeutic Saddle Pads
Of the 456 respondents, 269 (59%) said they use a therapeutic saddle pad or one that helps their saddle fit better.
Varner Honored With Lifetime Achievement Award
Dr. Dickson Varner will receive the David E. Bartlett Lifetime Achievement Award at the SFT/ACT conference in July.
Fixing Neck Fractures in Horses? It’s Possible
A horse with a vertebral fracture without severe neurologic disorders could be a good candidate for surgical repair.
Two Malnourished Arizona Horses Seized, One Euthanized
The owner allegedly purchased the horses on Craigslist but was unable to care for them.
North Carolina Barn Fire Claims Horses
Two horses and a dog and her puppies died when a tack room space heater meant to warm the litter started a blaze.
Causes of Poor Equine Body Condition in Nicaragua
It’s nearly impossible to separate simple malnutrition from the presence of other diseases, one veterinarian said.
Equine Lameness Basics
Whether you’ve had horses all your life or are new to the industry, you’re bound to deal with lameness at some point.
Time to Ride Challenge to Return with New Incentives in 2016
The grassroots competition grew by more than 60% in 2015.
Feeding the Horse’s Topline
Learn what your horse needs in his diet and exercise program to help develop a well-muscled topline.
Arizona Lifts Turf Paradise Racetrack Quarantine
The Arizona Department of Agriculture lifted its quarantine of Turf Paradise Racetrack, in Phoenix, on Feb. 18, 2016.
New Guidelines for Assessing Welfare of Equids for Transport
The European Commission supported the development of the guidelines on assessing equids’ fitness for transport.
Alleged Rodeo Horse Abuse Probed in Colorado
Authorities are investigating the alleged abuse of a roping horse at the Boulder County Fairgrounds.
Jockey Club TIP Creates Youth Ambassador Program
The Youth Ambassador Program is designed to expand awareness of the TIP and the versatility of the Thoroughbred.
2016 Thoroughbred Makeover Attracts Top Trainers
Trainers from the U.S., Canada, and England will acquire and train a recently retired racehorse for this year’s event.
Scientists Fine-Tune Embryo Freezing Methods for Fertility
Researchers are hoping to make the preferred embryo freezing procedure available to more breeders.
