Latest News – The Horse

Suspect Case of EHM in Canada’s Ottawa Region
The horse is currently receiving veterinary care at a referral center.

BCHA Donated $14.4 Million in Volunteer Value in 2014
Back Country Horsemen of America (BCHA) aims to protect equestrians’ rights to ride horses on public lands.

Are Horses Vaccinated Against Influenza Still Susceptible?
Researchers found that of 239 horses that tested positive for equine influenza virus, 84 had been vaccinated.

Your Horse Ate What?
Readers share some of the strange things that their horse have consumed.
Equine Education on the Iberian Peninsula
Lecture topics included angular and flexural limb deformities, diagnosing and imaging hoof problems, and more.

Puerperal Problems in Mare Reviewed
Retained placenta, lochiometra, and injuries to the perineum were the most common puerperal (after birthing) issues.
House Committee Rejects Anti-Horse Slaughter Amendment
The agriculture funding bill amendment would have prevented funding for U.S. horsemeat processing plant inspections.
Calgary Stampede Suspends Roper for Mistreating Horse
Calgary Stampede officials have suspended competitor Tuf Cooper for maltreating his horse during a roping event.

Building a Horse Property From the Ground Up
Here’s how to design your dream equestrian setup–in this case, on a small acreage.
Florida Police Seek Horse Shooter
Authorities are seeking those responsible for shooting a horse then tying its carcass to a utility pole.

Rabies Cases on the Rise in Kansas
Vaccinate horses to help protect against this invariably fatal zoonotic disease.

Macrolide Antibiotics’ Effects on Sweating in Foals Examined
Researcher found that three commonly used macrolides suppressed foals’ normal sweat responses to varying degrees.
Second Horse Euthanized at Calgary Stampede
The horse was euthanized after suffering an injury during a chuckwagon race at the annual Calgary Stampede rodeo.

Coping With Horse Rescue Costs
From investigation training to bringing charges, take a look at what it costs authorities to seize maltreated horses.

Swiss Researcher Shares Equine Welfare Innovations
These new devices meet the demands for optimum animal welfare while keeping human management capacities in mind.

Why Should Hay Be Stored Away From Horses?
Alayne Blickle, with Horses for Clean Water, tells you how to protect your horses by storing hay at a safe distance.



