Latest News – The Horse
Kentucky Legislators Pass Estray Animal Bill
The bill will reduce the number of days counties must keep estray animals, including horses, in their custody.
Device for Studying Horses’ Lying Down Behavior Tested
The device could allow researchers to evaluate normal–and abnormal–lying behavior and how it relates to welfare.
Bats in My Barn
Bats have moved into one horse owner’s barn. Find out if that’s a good or bad thing.
Settling In É Slow Snorts and So Many Feed Choices
I’m pleased to report that my new off-track-Thoroughbred, Happy, and I are well into our third month as a pair and things are going well,
Oregon Horse Shooter Sought
Authorities are seeking whoever is responsible for tying a horse to a tree before fatally shooting the animal.
Researchers Investigating Silicate-Associated Osteoporosis
Silicate-associated osteoporosis, or SAO, affects horses’ lungs and bones.
Grade I Winner Ogygian Dead at 32
Ogygian, the oldest pensioner at Old Friends, was euthanized March 14 due to complications from colic.
Soak Away Your Hay’s Hidden Dangers
In some cases, hay needs to be modified slightly to decrease the soluble sugars to maximize the hay’s benefits. Here’s what you need to know.
Ultrasound, Palpation to Diagnose Colic
Learn how veterinarians can use these methods in concert to diagnose colic in horses.
BLM to Hold Public Scoping Meetings About Wild Burros
The meetings will focus on wild burro management in Arizona’s Black Mountain Herd Management Area.
Ultrasound, Palpation per Rectum to Diagnose Colic
Learn how veterinarians can use these methods in concert to diagnose colic in horses.
Metronidazole Pharmacokinetics in Foals Studied
The medication’s half-life was longer and clearance was lower in foals compared to adult horses, researchers determined.
Intercity Insurance, Equine Guelph Partner to Combat Colic
Equine Guelph and Intercity are providing online workshops and tools to help owners reduce colic risk.
Could Milk Thistle and Silymarin Prevent Laminitis?
Recent studies suggest these two agents could help counteract the effects of endotoxins on lamellar tissue.
Tiludronate’s Safety for Navicular Treatment Studied
Researchers determined that tiludronate is safe to use in horses as directed.
Court Sides With Wild Horse Advocates
A Nevada judge has dismissed a lawsuit asking the BLM to remove horses from rangelands to protect the ecologic balance.
