Latest News – The Horse

Retired Racehorses: Transitioning from Racetrack to Ribbons
From selecting a horse to rehabbing and feeding him, learn how to transition an ex-racer to life as a riding mount.

Neurologic EHV-1 Confirmed in Galveston County, Texas
Officials have confirmed two cases of neurologic EHV-1 in horses at two stables in northwestern Galveston County.

Hypovolemic Shock in Horses
Here’s what you need to know about hypovolemic shock related to blood loss or trauma in horses.

Mistakes in Interpreting Diagnostic Analgesia
Veterinarians, avoid these common mistakes to make the most out of your nerve blocks during lameness exams.

RCI Has New Take on Out-of-Competition Tests
A new approach could not only target blood- and gene-doping, but also help identify horses at risk of injury.
New York Woman Pleads Guilty to Maltreating Horses
A woman has pleaded guilty to maltreating 36 horses on her Hamptonburgh, New York, property.

Eye Problems in Neonatal Foals
Because ocular problems are prevalent in foals, a veterinarian should examine a neonate’s eyes within 36 hours of birth.

BLM Seeking Comments on Proposed Colorado Gather Plan
The BLM is proposing to gather excess horses in the West Douglas area and Piceance-East Douglas areas.
New Mexico Teen Victimized by Alleged Scammer
The teen who spent two years saving for a horse has fallen victim to an alleged off-shore cyber scam, authorities say.

How to Build an Automatic Milking Device for Orphan Foals
Here’s how to construct an automatic milking device with four parts, some tools, and less than $400.

Humboldt Herd Area Wild Horse Gather Concludes
A total of 303 wild horses were gathered from the range, located 10 miles northeast of Lovelock, Nevada.
Thoroughbred Incentive Program Approves 750 Shows for 2015
The TIP has approved awards and classes for nearly 750 shows in 43 states and Canadian provinces during 2015.

Equine Dental Exams in Five Easy Steps
Learn how a systematic approach can help practitioners identify minor dental issues before they become serious problems.

Neurologic EHV-1 Confirmed in Virginia Horse
A 14-year-old gelding from western Albemarle County has tested positive for neurologic equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1),

State of Utah Sues BLM Over Horse Removal
The suit seeks the removal wild horses from state lands on grounds that the animals damage those rangelands.

Nutrient Digestibility in Healthy Adult and Senior Horses
Researchers determined that healthy aged horses are able to digest various nutrients similarly to healthy adult horses.



