Latest News – The Horse
Queensland Reports First Equine Hendra Case of 2015
Testing confirmed that a horse residing in the Atherton Tablelands died from the virus earlier this week.
Advanced Grazing School to Focus on Warm-Season Annuals
The topics on the agenda are related to pasture renovation and establishment and summer and fall grazing options.
Economic Impacts of Vesicular Stomatitis Outbreaks
The economic impacts of 2014 vesicular stomatitis outbreak were felt within the equine industry at multiple levels.
Another Horse Found Butchered in South Florida
A 3-year-old filly was found butchered in a Hiaheah pasture on July 22.
Colorado VS: Six Counties Now Affected
Facilities in Delta, La Plata, Larimer, Las Animas, Montezuma, and Montrose counties are under quarantine.
Horse Manure Management Other Than Composting
Alayne Blickle of Horses for Clean Water offers alternatives to composting for small horse-property owners.
BLM Hearing to Address Wild Horses and Motorized Equipment
The BLM Montana will hold a public hearing July 31 to address the use of motor vehicles in managing wild horses.
Watch for Potomac Horse Fever
Staff at the UK Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory has seen a recent trend in positive results for Potomac horse fever.
Houston Police Probe Horse Thefts
Police are investigating the alleged theft of a pair of horses that have since been recovered.
Equine Tyzzer’s Disease Update
Tyzzer’s disease primarily affects foals’ livers, causing necrotizing hepatitis (liver disease).
Texas Horse Owners Face More Charges
The owners of 200 horses seized last month face a felony charge for evidence tampering and more than 10 cruelty charges.
Stay Weather-Aware at Events
Learn how to remain weather-aware and ensure people and horses are in safe places before severe weather strikes.
Horse Manure Management Other Than Composting
Alayne Blickle of Horses for Clean Water offers alternatives to composting for small horse-property owners.
Keeneland: New Sales Condition Regarding Anabolic Steroids
Buyers can have yearlings and horses in training to be exported to Great Britain tested for anabolic steroids.
Six New Vets Selected for AAEP Foundation Scholarships
Recipients are evaluated on academics, leadership, and involvement in activities benefiting horses’ health and welfare.
New Kentucky Database Lists Lost, Abandoned Horses
Kentuckians whose horses have gone missing can now search for them online using a new database.
