Latest News – The Horse

Are Plant-Based Horse Vaccines on the Horizon?
Horses might someday be able to consume plant-based products designed to prevent and fight infections, researchers say.
ISES Plenary to Focus on Human Behavior and Show Horses
The annual equitation science conference will take place Aug. 5-8 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

Time to Ride Hosts Prepare for National Meet-a-Horse Day
On July 25 people nationwide can meet a horse for the first time. Equestrians are urged to invite friends and family.

Survey: Owners Consider Vets Important in Horse Health Care
The 2015 AHP Equine Industry Survey shows that horse owners rely on vets, industry has stabilized since Great Recession.
5 Practical Things Breyers Taught Me about Real Life with Horses
This weekend is Breyerfest here in Lexington, an event that promotional banners at our airport have heralded for at least three weeks. For those of

Proposed Law Would Establish Uniform Medication Rules
The legislation would establish an independent authority to implement a national uniform racehorse medication program.

Arena Maintenance: What to Remember
Here’s how to prolong your arena footing’s lifespan and maintain a safe and functional riding surface.

What Horse Owners Need to Know About EPM
This neurologic condition can prove deadly for some horses, but others recover with treatment. Here’s what to remember.

What Do the Sweat Marks Under Your Saddle Mean?
From excessive dirt accumulation to dry spots, here’s what the sweat patterns under your saddle are really telling you.

Keep Horses, Livestock Away From Creeping Indigo
The plant was introduced into Florida in 1925 as a potential forage source but was found to be toxic to horses.

South Carolina Reports First Equine EEE Case of 2015
An unvaccinated horse from Barnwell County died after contracting the mosquito-borne disease.
Williams Receives 2015 Equine Science Award
Carey Williams, MS, PhD, provides statewide leadership in equine nutrition, pasture management, and horse care.

Calgary Stampede to Review Equine Safety Policies
This year four horses were euthanized due to injuries sustained during chuckwagon races at the Calgary Stampede.

Standardbred Trainer Suspended 10 Years for Blood Doping
Indiana racing officials suspended Bradley Moffitt following a positive drug test for darbepoetin alfa (DPO).

Colorado VS: Four Counties Now Affected
As of July 15, 19 premises in four counties are quarantined after horses, mules, and one cattle herd tested positive.

Who’s the Herd Leader? It Depends, Researchers Say
Researchers determined that the dominant horse is rarely the one who takes the first steps to get the herd moving.



