Latest News – The Horse
Thoroughbred Racehorse Fatal Injury Rate Steady in 2014
The incidence of fatal injury for 2014 was 1.89 per 1,000 starts, compared to 1.90 per 1,000 starts in 2013.
National Park, Badlands Horse Registry Strike Agreement
Theodore Roosevelt National Park and the Badlands Horse Registry will work to place wild horses in approved homes.
Zoetis Partners Supports AAEP, AABP, FFA Students in 2015
Zoetis will partner with customers to support agricultural and veterinary students through its Industry Support Program.
Lameness Assessments While Longeing Studied
Researchers found poor agreement among less experienced vets and moderate agreement between more experienced ones.
Differences Between Mares and Geldings
Dr. Nancy Diehl addresses common behavior differences between mares and geldings and their causes.
Estrogen Concentrations’ Effects on Pregnancy Outcome
Researchers determined that reduced estrogen levels in late pregnancy do not affect pregnancy outcome.
North Carolina State Fair Drops Walking Horse Classes
A representative said Tennessee Walking Horse exhibitors are still welcome to enter classes at the open horse show.
Indiana Announces Equine Drug Testing Program for 2015
The program includes a new primary testing lab, an audit lab, expanded out-of-competition testing, and cobalt testing.
FEI Suspends UAE National Federation
The move follows an investigation into horse welfare issues and noncompliance with FEI endurance rules and regulations.
NTRA Unveils 2015 Federal Agenda For Washington, D.C.
Issues include tax matters and racehorse drug and therapeutic medication regulation and testing.
Request Grant Funding from the AAEP Foundation by May 1
The foundation annually supports those that develop and implement programs that improve equine welfare.
WADA Director General to Address Racing Conference Attendees
David Howman will discuss the organization’s efforts in bringing international consistency to anti-doping policies.
New Mexico Bill Targets Drug Testing Sample Handling
The legislation would require the New Mexico Racing Commission to establish rules for handling drug testing specimens.
Attitudes and Accidents with Horses
We have all heard the old maxim “pride goeth before a fall.” I would bet that comment came from someone watching other people riding horses because
Grayson-Jockey Club Funds Equine Research in 2015
Study topics include laminitis, foal pneumonia, stem cells, endometritis, joint issues, insulin resistance, and more.
Foal Carcass Discarded on Michigan Roadside
Authorities discovered the young foal’s remains on March 5. Necropsy results are pending.
