Latest News – The Horse

Problems With Previcox Overdose
What can happen if a horse overdoses on Previcox? A veterinarian shares his insight.
Fasig-Tipton Donates $100,000 to New Vocations
Fasig-Tipton will sponsor the outdoor arena at New Vocations’ new racehorse retraining and rehoming facility.

A Day Spent at an Equine Clinic Abroad
Take a behind-the-scenes look at the goings-on of a U.K. vet clinic and its differences from ones stateside.
and TheHorse.com Earn AHP Media Awards
The Horse and TheHorse.com collected four awards from the American Horse Publications.

Wyoming Governor Appeals Wild Horse Lawsuit Ruling
Gov. Matt Mead appealed a decision to dismiss a case alleging that the BLM failed to manage wild horses appropriately.

EHV-1 Reported in Two California Counties
Equids residing in Riverside and San Joaquin counties have tested positive for equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1).
Alleged Texas Horse Thief Jailed
A man accused of stealing 210 cattle and 30 horses has been arrested and charged in connection with the incident.
The Horse and TheHorse.com Earn AHP Media Awards
The Horse and TheHorse.com collected four awards from the American Horse Publications.

Electrolyte Primer
The equine body requires electrolytes; their levels govern functions ranging from muscle contraction to fluid transfer between cells to hydration.

BLM Releases 2015 Pryor Mountain Wild Horse Gather Decision
The BLM will conduct a bait- and water-trap gather to remove 15 to 20 young wild horses this year.
Australian Vets Condemn Cobalt Misuse in Racing Industry
Equine Veterinarians Australia says cobalt misuse in the horse racing industry is a serious animal welfare issue.

Common Equine Abortion Causes Reviewed
While we can’t prevent all abortions, knowing the risks can help us prepare for and, in some cases, reduce the hazards.
ASPCA Awards Funds to 2015 Help A Horse Day Contest Winners
Seven equine rescues received grants to recognize their efforts to protect horses.
BLM to Hold First Adoption Event at Reno Rodeo
The wild horse adoption event will take place at the Reno Rodeo Livestock Events Center Sunday on June 21, at 2 p.m.

Antimicrobials’ Effects on Horses’ Intestinal Microbes
Researchers found significant changes following the administration of three common antimicrobial medications.

Gayle Ecker Receives 2015 Equine Industry Vision Award
The lifelong equine wellness educator was honored for leadership and innovation.



