Latest News – The Horse

Poll Recap: Trail Hoof Wear
Of the 1,003 respondents, 402 (40%) said their horses go barefoot on trails.
Texas Woman Pleads in Horse Herd Removal Case
A Texas woman pleaded guilty to an animal cruelty charge connected to the removal of 28 horses from her business.
Texas Temporarily Waives Thoroughbred Piroplasmosis Testing
Testing is still required for Quarter Horses at sanctioned tracks and all horses at unsanctioned racetracks.

Hearing Loss in Adult Horses
Hearing loss occurs but is seldom reported. Learn about this condition, which impacts horses’ behavior and performance.

What’s in an Equine Supplement?
Here’s what current research, or lack thereof, is telling us about common equine supplement ingredients.

Mucousy Manure
What could cause an older horse that’s not eating well to have mucous-covered manure?

14 More Considerations for Preventing Horse Barn Fires
What steps have you taken to prevent fires in your barn? What challenges do you need to overcome to help your barn be more fireproof?

Wyoming Committee Wants Wild Horse Action From Congress
A state House of Representatives committee is calling on Congress to find new ways to control wild horse populations.
ASPCA Grants More Than $1.1 Million to Equine Groups in 2014
The ASPCA’s Equine Fund awarded more than $1.1 million in grants to support 169 equine rescues in 2014.

Maryland Thoroughbred Trainers Cited for Compounded Drug Use
Three trainers received suspensions and fines in conjunction with positive stanozolol tests.

EIA Outbreak in California’s Racing Quarter Horses
Thirty-four racing Quarter Horses, ranging in age from 3 to 8 years, have tested positive for EIA since 2012.

Advancements in Equine Repro Research
Researchers from UK presented research on breeding and mare fertility during the 2014 AAEP Convention.

Readers Share Tips for Horse Blanket Repair and Maintenance
Readers share useful tips for repairing and maintaining horse blankets.

New TMS Formulation Confirmed Safe, Effective in Study
The new trimethoprim sulfadiazine (TMS) formulation reduced fever and eliminated infection in many treated horses.

Miniature Horse Helps Crime Victims Cope
Miniature mare Valor has joined the Los Angeles County, California, Sheriff’s Department.
Time to Ride Stables Receive Grants to Welcome Newcomers
Time to Ride supports stables, businesses, and organizations attempting to connect new enthusiasts to horses.



