Latest News – The Horse
Whitfield Ethics Probe to Continue
The Office of Congressional Ethics will continue investigating if Rep. Ed Whitfield’s wife unfairly influenced the congressman about Tennessee Walking Horse-focused legislation.
Do Horses Prefer Patting or Scratching?
Recent study results lead researchers to believe a scratch wins over a pat as a more effective reward.
Winter Pasture Grazing
Even when you have a lot of pasture it’s very challenging trying to use it in the winter and still maintain its integrity.
Poll Recap: Horse Sale Selections
Of the 738 respondents, 440 (60%) said they prefer to sell horses using online or print classifieds and flyers.
Veterans Day 2014: An Anniversary Worth Notice
Just as many human soldiers bravely elect to serve their countries, equids have also been called to duty.
Surgical Technique Prevents Large Colon Entrapment
New research shows that a minimally invasive surgical technique developed at the University of Pennsylvania College of Veterinary Medicine’s New Bolton Center can help prevent the recurrence of colic caused by entrapment of the large colon.
Participation Sought on Performance Horse Management Survey
The survey is part of a study into links between management practices and musculoskeletal health, injury, and performance.
Does Your Sport Horse Have a Huge Heart? He Might!
Often called the “athlete’s heart,” an enlarged heart in a horse is frequently accompanied by murmurs and arrhythmias.
Using DNA to Predict a Horse’s Athletic Potential
Learn about DNA profiling, a practice designed to predict a horse’s athletic potential by evaluating that individual’s genetic markers.
Feeding Horses in Drought Conditions
Prepare for drought long before pastures wither and hay supplies dwindle.
CSU Equine Repro Vets to Offer Short Course in Arizona
The Jan. 7, 2015, short course will offer lectures in the morning and hands-on experience in the afternoon.
Study: Hops Can Help Reduce Fructan Fermentation
Researchers say study results suggests vets could potentially use hops extract to mediate health conditions associated with carbohydrate overload.
Researchers Evaluate Equine Stress Levels at Competitions
Cortisol levels were higher during a competition than at home, and they continued rising throughout the event.
BEVA Issues Statement on Equine Dental Procedures
The British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) has issued a statement clarifying the regulations on equine dental procedures in that country.
Hosts Offered Grants to Fund Newcomer Horse Events
The Time to Ride Event Grant Program offers stables, businesses, and organizations an additional incentive to connect new people to horses.
TCA Stallion Season Auction Set for January
In 2014 TCA granted more than $512,000 to about 75 charities working to aid in Thoroughbred rescue, retirement and adoption, backstretch and farm worker services, research, and therapeutic riding.
