Latest News – The Horse

Tips on Caring for Senior Horses During Winter
From managing joint health to nutrition and dental issues, learn how to help your old horse conquer the cold.

Weight Gain for Older Horses
My 25-year-old Thoroughbred has had trouble keeping weight on after a stroke. How can I help him?

What’s the Best Diagnostic Test for Strangles?
Penn Vet researchers recently examined different methods for diagnosing strangles.
TCA to Honor Bourbon Lane Stable, Jockey Club TIP
Bourbon Lane will receive the Allaire duPont Leadership Award and the TIP will receive the TCA Industry Service Award.

Researchers Evaluate Tests to Detect Heart Damage
Scientists found that two blood tests were able to distinguish between healthy horses and those with myocardial disease.

Poll Recap: Readers Share Their Top Nutrition Sources
Of the 457 poll respondents, 139 (30%) said they go to their equine veterinarian first for nutritional information.
Hats Off Day Makes Donations to Local Organizations
The Kentucky Horse Park Foundation and Kentucky Equine Humane Center received donations from the annual celebration.
Unwanted Horse Coalition Launches New Website
Find information on the Operation Gelding program, feed and hay banks, accredited equine rescues, and more.
Veterinary Students Benefit from Zoetis Support Program
The program is returning for its eighth year and providing around $1.5 million in donations.

How to Manage Limb Lacerations in Horses
Knowing how and being prepared to triage serious wounds can help improve a patient’s likelihood for a good recovery.

NYSGC Proposes New Regulations in Wake of PETA Claims
Also, the NYGSC fined trainer Steve Asmussen $10,000 for administering thyroxine within 48 hours of racing.
First Phase of Ohio Cobalt Study Complete
Preliminary results suggest cobalt could have detrimental effects on a number of equine body systems.
Adelaide Researchers Investigating Acute Equine Disease
A mystery illness suddenly struck down 14 horses across South Australia last year, eight of them fatally.
BLM Utah to Host Hearing on Vehicles and Wild Horses
The hearing will focus on the use of motorized vehicles and aircraft in wild horse and burro management.

Do Current EMS Treatments Work?
Current treatment options can be successful but only with sufficient veterinary support and advice, researchers found.
2016 TCA Stallion Season Auction to be Held Jan. 4-9
In 2015, TCA granted over $515,000 to more than 67 Thoroughbred-related charities.



