Latest News – The Horse
Late Summer Heat Wave Could Stress Livestock
Regulating body temperature becomes difficult for all horses when temperatures exceed 90 degrees, so avoid exercising them during very hot periods.
The Basic Physical Examination
All owners should know their horses’ normal vital signs and how to take them correctly. Here’s a review.
First Medals Handed Out at 2014 WEG
Team reining and dressage medals were awarded today at the World Equestrian Games (WEG), while para-dressage continued.
Limitations and Advances in Lameness Assessment
When it comes to diagnosing a horse’s lameness, the veterinarian’s eyes are no longer the ultimate diagnostic machine. Learn about scientific advancements that are helping veterinarians better assess lameness in horses.
Missing Oklahoma Horses at Center of Theft Investigation
Ten horses reported missing from their Oklahoma pasture earlier this month are now at the center of a theft investigation involving several states and a federal agency.
Poll Recap: Tipping Farriers
Of the 1,727 respondents, 1,220 people (71%) said they do not tip their farrier.
AAEP Foundation Allocates Funds to Support Equine Welfare
The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) Foundation has approved 2014 funding of $284,000 for 24 equine organizations and special projects committed to improving the welfare of the horse.
First Competition Day at 2014 WEG in the Books
Dressage, para-dressage, and reining competitors kicked off the action at the 2014 World Equestrian Games (WEG).
Saddle Up Safely Releases Booklets on Safe Equine Travel
“Trailering Your Horse Safely” and “Travel to a New Environment” cover topics including choosing a trailer, preparing for a trip, information for time in transit, horse behavior away from home, overcoming horse fears, and equine safety resources.
KSU Vet: Watch for Vesicular Stomatitis
A Kansas State University (KSU) veterinarian is cautioning residents of Kansas and surrounding states about a contagious viral disease that affects horses and livestock, and can sometimes affect humans.
The WEG Opening Ceremony from the Press Box
Our international reporter offers a look into the best moments of the 2014 World Equestrian Games’ opening ceremony in Normandy, France.
Haynet Design and Forage Consumption Rates Studied
Haynets with small openings reduced adult horses’ dry matter intake rates and extended foraging time, researchers found.
Bute, Firocoxib Compared for Alleviating Hoof Lameness
While Bute was more effective than firocoxib at alleviating hoof pain at label dose, Foreman noted that new dosing recommendations for the latter drug could impact those results.
Outside the Lines
The Blood-Horse‘s editor-in-chief shares thoughts on why he thinks racing needs to beef up out-of-competition testing.
Ohio Family Appeals Service Horse Decision
An Ohio family that uses a Miniature Horse as a therapy animal is appealing a court’s decision to dismiss their case to keep the animal at their home.
New Referral Scheme Launched to Help Combat Saddle Problems
The new plan is designed to provide owners of horses with saddle fit problems, which can cause back soreness and poor performance, with access to the expertise and advice of a veterinary authority at a manageable cost.
