Latest News – The Horse
What Makes Horses More or Less Likely to Miss Training Days?
Researchers recently determined that several factors–from the animal’s history to the owner’s training and management techniques–appear to make horses more or less likely to miss training days due to injury.
Standing MRI: Use in Diagnosing Equine Lameness
Find out why standing MRI is useful for identifying complex issues in horse hooves and limbs.
Colorado Woman found Guilty in Horse Cruelty Case
A Colorado woman will serve prison time connected to animal cruelty charges involving horses removed from her property in 2012.
UC Davis Adds Equine Surgeon
Scott Katzman, DVM, Dipl. ACVS, will serve as an assistant clinical professor of equine surgery.
Researchers Study the Genetics of Heaves
Recurrent airway obstruction (RAO, also called heaves) appears to have a genetic basis, but one that varies between horses, Swiss researchers say.
Hernias: Case by Case
Read about both classic and unusual hernia cases veterinarians encounter, why they occur, how to treat them, and their prognoses.
Why would a Horse Lose Weight during Hot Weather?
Find out why some horses lose weight when the temperature rises.
Study: Foaling Mares Not Stressed
It is often assumed that giving birth is both stressful and painful for the mother. But researchers recently showed that mares appear to be completely relaxed when foaling.
Biosecurity Tip of the Month: Providing Contact Information
Provide event organizers with current owner/agent contact information, including cell phone and email, and accurate horse stabling and movement records so they can contact you in the event of a disease outbreak.
Commentary: One Death Too Many
Steve Haskin, senior correspondent for The Blood-Horse, shares his thoughts on recently retired racehorse Intense Holiday’s death, injuries and deaths in horse racing, and laminitis.
Study: Start Measures to Prevent Equine Arthritis Early
Researchers found that using anti-inflammatory aids mixed with daily feed rations can help decrease joint inflammation in young horses.
Creepy Crawlies, Part 3: Snakes and Spiders
Here’s how to handle snake or spider bites should your horse have a run-in with one of these critters.
Louisiana Man Jailed for Tampering with Coggins Test
A Louisiana man will serve 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to selling a horse with a fraudulent Coggins test.
Beeman named 2014 AAEP Convention Keynote Speaker
Dr. Marvin Beeman’s presentation, “Do the Little Things Well and the Big Things Will Happen,” is designed to resonate with his colleagues of all ages by offering sage insights into a successful and fulfilling career.
Canadian Couple Establishes Equine Orthopedics Research Fund
A British Columbia couple is donating $300,000 toward the establishment of the Mark and Pat DuMont Equine Orthopedics Research Fund at the University of Saskatchewan.
Racehorse Intense Holiday Euthanized Due to Laminitis
Intense Holiday, who underwent surgery recently for a condylar fracture to his right foreleg after being injured in training, was euthanized June 12 due to laminitis.
