Latest News – The Horse
Newborn Foals Could Offer Clues About Autism
Researchers at UC Davis are exploring a possible link between neonatal maladjustment syndrome and childhood autism.
EDCC Raising Funds to Begin Operations
Officials are seeking donations to help launch and fund the new Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC).
Exercise’s Effects on Horses’ Back Dimensions and Saddle Fit
Researchers determined that exercise causes horses’ back dimensions to change, which could negatively impact saddle fit.
Australian Racing Regulators Probing Steroids Report
Officials are looking into a report that a yearling sold at a recent auction has tested positive for anabolic steroids.
Winter Horse Play
Does your horse enjoy romping in the snow? Our fans submitted photos of their horses making the most of the recent snowy weather.
Revisiting What’s ‘Old’ for a Horse
A few weeks ago I had a conversation with one of the girls that cares for Dorado at his boarding barn that went something like
Florida Man in Custody for Killing Horse, Injuring Rider
The man allegedly rammed his truck into a horse and rider following a verbal exchange with another horseback rider.
Poll Recap: Trail Hoof Wear
Of the 1,003 respondents, 402 (40%) said their horses go barefoot on trails.
Texas Woman Pleads in Horse Herd Removal Case
A Texas woman pleaded guilty to an animal cruelty charge connected to the removal of 28 horses from her business.
Texas Temporarily Waives Thoroughbred Piroplasmosis Testing
Testing is still required for Quarter Horses at sanctioned tracks and all horses at unsanctioned racetracks.
Hearing Loss in Adult Horses
Hearing loss occurs but is seldom reported. Learn about this condition, which impacts horses’ behavior and performance.
What’s in an Equine Supplement?
Here’s what current research, or lack thereof, is telling us about common equine supplement ingredients.
Mucousy Manure
What could cause an older horse that’s not eating well to have mucous-covered manure?
14 More Considerations for Preventing Horse Barn Fires
What steps have you taken to prevent fires in your barn? What challenges do you need to overcome to help your barn be more fireproof?
Wyoming Committee Wants Wild Horse Action From Congress
A state House of Representatives committee is calling on Congress to find new ways to control wild horse populations.
ASPCA Grants More Than $1.1 Million to Equine Groups in 2014
The ASPCA’s Equine Fund awarded more than $1.1 million in grants to support 169 equine rescues in 2014.
