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The Horse‘s Top 10 Horse Health Articles of 2014
Covering a variety of topics related to horse health, the following articles received the most views over the past year. Enjoy!
Poll Recap: Breeding Plans for 2015
Of the 535 respondents, 401 (75%) said they do not plan to breed a mare in 2015.
Multiple Graded Stakes Winner Kiri’s Clown Dead at 25
The 25-year-old Thoroughbred stallion was euthanized Dec. 22 due to complications following colic surgery.
Could Your Horse Have Gastric Ulcers?
Studies have shown that a high percentage of performance and racehorses have gastric ulcers.
Delaware Fire Claims 12 Horses
Authorities are investigating the cause of a Hockessin barn blaze that killed a dozen horses; one horse survived.
Navicular Drug Receives FDA Approval
Tildren is approved to control clinical signs associated with navicular syndrome in horses.
‘Some Horses Just Don’t Know They’re OldÉ’
Sometimes all you can do is laugh. Such was the case last week during a lesson when DoradoÑfresh off his winter breakÑspent equal amounts of
Catastrophic Injuries in Racing Quarter Horses Studied
More than 56% of injuries occurred in the right forelimb, the opposite of what’s most commonly seen in Thoroughbreds.
What’s the Right Way to Feed Draft vs. Miniature Horses?
Listeners wonder if feeding guidelines for average-sized horses apply to Draft and Miniature Horses as well.
Neurectomy for Laminitis
My veterinarian suspects my horse has laminitis. Would a neurectomy help my horse’s condition?
RCI Appoints Five to New Medication Board
Drs. Rick Sams, Scott Stanley, Mary Robinson, Ken McKeever, and George Maylin have been appointed to the board.
Bell to Head Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance
James G. “Jimmy” Bell, president and racing manager of Darley America, has been elected president of the organization.
Britain’s New Racehorse Steroid Policy Change Delayed
The policy change date was adjusted to allow more time to clarify certain elements of the new rules.
Equine Dentistry: Beyond the Basics
High-tech equipment and techniques are helping veterinarians provide better equine dental care.
Aussie Thoroughbred Sale Buyers Can Request Steroid Test
The sales company is offering the testing based on new rules banning anabolic steroid use in racehorses.
RMTC Plans Changes but No Merger with RCI
The RCI had invited the RMTC to merge with the former group’s new Drug Testing Standards and Practices Committee.
