Latest News – The Horse
Veterans Day 2014: An Anniversary Worth Notice
Just as many human soldiers bravely elect to serve their countries, equids have also been called to duty.
Poll Recap: Horse Sale Selections
Of the 738 respondents, 440 (60%) said they prefer to sell horses using online or print classifieds and flyers.
Using DNA to Predict a Horse’s Athletic Potential
Learn about DNA profiling, a practice designed to predict a horse’s athletic potential by evaluating that individual’s genetic markers.
Study: Hops Can Help Reduce Fructan Fermentation
Researchers say study results suggests vets could potentially use hops extract to mediate health conditions associated with carbohydrate overload.
CSU Equine Repro Vets to Offer Short Course in Arizona
The Jan. 7, 2015, short course will offer lectures in the morning and hands-on experience in the afternoon.
Feeding Horses in Drought Conditions
Prepare for drought long before pastures wither and hay supplies dwindle.
BEVA Issues Statement on Equine Dental Procedures
The British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) has issued a statement clarifying the regulations on equine dental procedures in that country.
Researchers Evaluate Equine Stress Levels at Competitions
Cortisol levels were higher during a competition than at home, and they continued rising throughout the event.
Hosts Offered Grants to Fund Newcomer Horse Events
The Time to Ride Event Grant Program offers stables, businesses, and organizations an additional incentive to connect new people to horses.
Ohio City Fights Appeal in Service Horse Case
The city of Blue Ash, Ohio, has asked an appeals court to uphold a lower court’s decision relative to a child’s use of a Miniature Horse as a service animal.
TCA Stallion Season Auction Set for January
In 2014 TCA granted more than $512,000 to about 75 charities working to aid in Thoroughbred rescue, retirement and adoption, backstretch and farm worker services, research, and therapeutic riding.
2014 Hallowhinny Photo Contest
Here are some of our favorite photos of horses in costume submitted by fans for the Hallowhinny photo contest.
Factors Contributing to Cross-Country Falls Evaluated
The only variable researchers could link with the likelihood of falling was the horse and rider’s competitive rank going into cross-country.
Vesicular Stomatitis Quarantines Remain in Colorado
Fifty-one Colorado premises remain under quarantine after horses and cows tested positive for vesicular stomatitis.
Firms get FDA Warning About Equine Ulcer Products
Three companies have received warning letters from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for marketing equine ulcer products without that agency’s approval.
What’s the Difference between a Vice and a Stereotypy?
Dr. Nancy Diehl considers the use of “vice” and “stereotypies” when referring to horse behavior.
