Latest News – The Horse
Alabama Police Probe Miniature Horse Death
Police in Boaz, Alabama, are investigating the death of a Miniature Horse found in a Marshall County pond.
BEVA Trust Veterinarians Support Horse Charity Projects
The BEVA Trust participated in two pilot projects to help horse welfare in the United Kingdom and abroad.
Footing Q&A for Outdoor Reining Arenas
Interested in what kind of footing to put in your outdoor arena? Alayne Blickle, of Horses for Clean Water, discusses appropriate footing materials with reining horse trainer, Matt Livengood.
Caring for Horses in the Navajo Nation
Navajo officials hope to reduce the surplus feral tribal horse population with roundups and veterinary management.
Neurologic EHV-1 Confirmed in Iowa
A horse stable in Madison County has reported several confirmed cases of neurologic equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1).
New Paradigm for Racing Drug Violations Being Developed
Officials seek comment on draft language that would impose a 10-year ban on those guilty of “egregious violations.”
Researchers Study Carpal Sheath Effusion Exam Techniques
Ultrasound is a useful method for diagnosing carpal sheath effusion, which is often associated with soft tissue damage.
Florida Police Seek Horse Thief
Two horses used in the Osceola County Sheriff’s Department mounted unit are safe after being taken earlier this week.
Finding Housing for Horses During Evacuations
Don’t wait until disaster is on your doorstep to find a place to take your horses when evacuating. Remember these tips.
Oregon Horse Shooter Identified
A man faces an illegal dumping charge after disposing of his horse’s carcass in a highly traveled wooded area.
Poll Recap: Summer Travel Plans
Of the 674 respondents, 167 (25%) said they plan to travel more than 200 miles from their barn this summer.
Security, Pre-Race Procedures for Preakness Horses Announced
The Preakness Stakes will take place May 16 at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland.
Racing NSW Secures State-of-the-Art Drug Detection Equipment
The new equipment can screen for more than 8,000 different types of drugs.
Researchers Working to Develop New Strangles Vaccines
Researchers tested whether a novel S. equi vaccine could better prime a vaccinated horse’s immune response.
How Researchers Judge Horses’ Temperaments
Learn about the “Complete Temperament Test,” which is designed to measure five dimensions of equine personality.
Margaret Duprey Named First Brooke USA Ambassador
The Brooke USA supports work to improve the welfare of working equids in the world’s poorest communities.
