Latest News – The Horse
Michigan Horse Euthanized Due to EHV-1
The affected 8-year-old Quarter Horse gelding was euthanized March 21 after his condition deteriorated.
Poll Recap: Starting Horses Under Saddle
Of the 700 respondents, 522 (75%) said yes, they have started a horse under saddle themselves.
Ontario to Work on Out-of-Competition Cobalt Testing
The Ontario Racing Commission will work with the racing industry to develop a practical approach to cobalt testing.
BLM Issues Pryor Mountain Range Fertility Control Decision
The decision will allow for the continued use of fertility control on the Pryor Mountain Wild Horse Range.
Infectious Arthritis Incidence Following Joint Injections
Researchers determined that the overall incidence of infection was 9.2 per 10,000 injections.
Emerging Equine Diseases: What You Should Know
Learn about emergent diseases and what steps we can take to help stop illnesses’ spread into unaffected countries.
Colorado Horse Owners Reminded to Get Brand Inspections
State statutes require a brand inspection if owners plan on buying, selling, adopting, gifting, or selling horses.
EquiMania! Celebrates 10 Years at Can-Am
EquiMania! is designed to educate visitors about equine safety, horses’ skeletal and digestive systems, and more.
Study: Zebra Stripes Could Confuse Predators
Researchers said zebras’ stripes seem to confuse lions and other predators by creating distracting visual illusions.
Horse Identification Needs Discussed at British Forum
The need for a robust, workable equine identification system was discussed at the 2015 British National Equine Forum.
Multiple Celiotomies in Short Span Yield a Guarded Prognosis
Horses undergoing multiple colic surgeries in a 14-day period are at greater risk for incisional infections.
Louisiana Horses Shot in Barn
Two Louisiana horses are dead after sustaining multiple gunshot wounds and authorities are seeking those responsible.
Horses’ Remains Found in Florida
Authorities are seeking whoever butchered two horses and left their remains at a roadside in Lee County, Florida.
Researchers Study Bit-Induced Trauma
Bits that do not fit properly, are aggressive, or used incorrectly can cause damage to horses’ mouths, researchers said.
Managing Breeding Stallions
Dr. Nancy Diehl offers advice on keeping stallions happy and safe during routine handling and breeding.
Researchers Evaluate Henderson Equine Castration Instrument
The Henderson equine castrating instrument resulted in a low complication rate, especially among younger horses.
