Latest News – The Horse
Equestrian Sport Joins One-Year Countdown to Rio 2016
Equestrian sports will celebrate 104 years in the Olympic movement in 2016.
Oklahoma Racehorse Trainer Accused of Animal Cruelty
The Quarter Horse trainer is facing charges after two horses allegedly died and another was injured while in his care.
Diagnosing Lyme Neuroborreliosis in Horses is Difficult
Researchers recently determined that diagnostic tests for Lyme neuroborreliosis have poor reliability.
Sedation’s Impact on Horses’ Movement Patterns
A low dose of the sedative xylazine did not affect horses movement patterns, but higher doses could have more impact.
Glanders Detected at 2016 Olympic Equestrian Facilities
A horse at the site tested positive in April, but officials say the diagnosis isn’t necessarily cause for concern.
Beating the Heat at Horse Shows
Last week I returned from my one big out-of-town summer horse show adventure: two weeks competing at the new Tryon International Equestrian Center in North
Poll Recap: Helmet Safety
The majority of respondents said they wear a helmet all or most of the time when they ride their horses.
Study: Riding a Horse More Complex Than Riding Simulators
Researchers found that the simulator is less demanding and less complex, but can be stressful for riders.
BLM Wild Horse, Burro Advisory Board to Meet Sept. 2-3
The board will discuss issues relating to the management and protection of wild horses and burros on Western rangelands.
Thoroughbred Event at Saratoga Showcases Retired Racehorses
The Aug. 4 event will feature presentations from Rosie Napravnik, Michael Matz, Jennie Brannigan, and more.
Auli Farwa Receives Haggin Cup at 2015 Tevis Ride
The 15-year-old Arabian gelding has completed all 62 rides he’s started throughout his career, including six Tevis Cups.
Vesicular Stomatitis Confirmed in South Dakota
Two confirmed cases of vesicular stomatitis have been found in the western part of the state.
Reward Offered for Information on Killing of Stray Horses
The Bureau of Land Management is investigating the killing of 21 stray horses near Thermopolis, Wyoming.
Jockey Club to Discuss Anti-Doping, Racing Reform
Other Round Table Conference discussion topics include microchips, the Equine Injury Database, and more.
Movement Asymmetry in Working Polo Ponies Evaluated
Polo ponies showed a high degree of movement asymmetry, but this doesn’t necessarily mean the animal is lame or in pain.
Richardson and SMR Filouette Win 2015 Tevis Cup
Potato Richardson, 72, won his third Tevis Cup aboard his homebred 14-year-old Arabian mare SMR Filouette.
