Latest News – The Horse
Second Saddle Research Trust Conference Held in England
Researchers examined, discussed, and debated the latest research on saddle-related welfare and performance issues.
Australian Veterinarians Welcome New Biosecurity Bills
The bills are designed to strengthen measures to better manage the risk of disease entering and spreading in Australia.
Researchers Identify Signs a Painful Donkey is Improving
Scientists behind a new study have identified behavior changes donkeys show when they experience pain relief.
New Bolton Center Recognizes National Day of the Horse
The resolution encourages Americans to be mindful of horses’ contribution to the U.S. economy, history, and character.
Aftercare Alliance to Award $2.4M in Grants
The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will award $2.4 million in grants to its 42 accredited facilities for 2014.
Dec. 13 is the National Day of the Horse
Americans are celebrating the 10th annual National Day of the Horse on Dec. 13.
10 Ways to Celebrate National Day of the Horse
I don’t know about you, but for me every day is pretty much “Day of the Horse.” However, if you’re going by the calendar of
Lawsuit Targets St. Louis Cab Regulators
The lawsuit alleges that the St. Louis Metropolitan Taxicab Commission failed to regulate horse-drawn cabs in that city.
Laurel Park Reaccredited by Safety Alliance
The 103-year-old racetrack received its initial NTRA Safety and Integrity Alliance accreditation in 2013.
BIVI Announces 2015 Equine Research Award Winners
Five researchers will each receive a grant of $15,000 to study equine infectious diseases during 2015.
N.Y. Congressional Delegates Split on Carriage Ban Ordinance
The proposed law would ban horse-drawn carriages from New York City’s streets.
Help! My Horse Keeps Tossing His Head at Mealtime!
A veterinarian and equine behavior expert addresses a possible learned head tossing behavior at feeding time.
Wednesday’s Top Tweets from the 2014 AAEP Convention
Quick take-homes from sessions on wild horses, barn fires, regenerative medicine, and dentistry.
EU Bans Horsemeat Processed in Mexico
But one slaughter proponent doesn’t believe the ban will stop the flow of horsemeat sold offshore.
RMTC Cites Progress in Medication Reform Plan
More jurisdictions are operating or will soon be operating under all or part of the National Uniform Medication Program.
How Researchers Track Equine Influenza Virus
Keeping on top of changes to the equine influenza virus is critical to keeping vaccines up-to-date.
