Latest News – The Horse
What You Need to Know about Horse Sale Commissions
Learn how to protect yourself from undisclosed profit-taking when buying or selling horses with a trainer’s help.
Racehorse Summit to Address Bone Remodeling, Injury Database
Other presentation topics will include racetrack surfaces, horsemanship courses, post-mortem exam programs, and more.
Colic Surgery: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
While vets have made progress in improving colic surgery in the past 40 years, there are still improvements to be made.
Liability Releases for Equine Businesses
These waivers are worth far more than the paper they’re written on. Here’s what you need to know.
Wild Animals Ruled Out as Cause of Michigan Horse’s Injuries
A veterinarian identified the horse’s bone-deep leg wound as consistent with injuries sustained from pasture fencing.
Surgical Treatment for Delayed Patellar Release Studied
Researchers determined that 89% of affected horses benefited from a procedure called medial patellar ligament splitting.
Grayson-Jockey Club Offers Free Online Courses
The Advanced Horsemanship Program’s first modules focus on EHV-1, the hoof, and the National Uniform Medication Program.
Emergency Evacuation Contacts
Use this form to document where you would take your horses and whom you’d get information from during an evacuation.
Tiludronate’s Efficacy in Managing Navicular Cases
Researchers observed a 16% improvement in horses’ lameness when using the drug compared to corrective shoeing alone.
Wedge Pads and Navicular Horses
A veterinarian and farrier addresses the benefits and concerns of wedge pads in shoeing horses with navicular syndrome.
A Staple to the Forehead Never Hurt (and Maybe Helps)
Hannah was a happy pony after receiving what I now call her “magic staple.” Photo: Alexandra Beckstett At horse shows, it’s not unusual for our
FEI Bureau Hears United Arab Emirates Endurance Proposals
The FEI Bureau provisionally suspended the national federation due to horse welfare and other issues in endurance.
Time to Ride Challenge Kicks Off with 40% Increase in Hosts
This year 992 hosts from 49 states are planning events to welcome new people to riding and other horse activities.
Seven Common Saddle Faults
A poorly designed or damaged saddle affects not only your riding but also your horse’s comfort. Learn what to watch for.
Poll Recap: Automatic Waterers
Of the 338 respondents, 121 (36%) said they use or are most familiar with Ritchie waterers.
American Pharoah Trainer Bob Baffert Donates to Old Friends
The Triple Crown winning trainer pledged a $50,000 donation to the farm that’s home to three of his former trainees.
