Latest News – The Horse
Prepare for Battle: Medicating Horses
It’s in everyone’s best interest if you can medicate a horse without getting into a fight. Here are some tips and tricks to make medicating easier.
Two More Horses Dead After Receiving Compounded Medication
The FDA said initial testing on one lot of the compounded medication indicates the drug contained higher levels of pyrimethamine than the labeling states.
Champion Racehorse Wise Dan Undergoes Colic Surgery
Two-time Horse of the Year Wise Dan was taken to Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky, May 16 for emergency colic surgery, trainer Charlie LoPresti said.
Body Condition Scoring: Hands-On Help for Your Horse
Learn how to evaluate your horse’s body condition score and how the skill could help his health in the long run.
Colorado Horse Tests Positive for Neurologic EHV-1
A horse that began showing signs consistent with equine herpes myeloencephalitis (the neurologic form of equine herpesvirus-1, or EHV-1) earlier this week has tested positive for the virus. The horse was euthanized.
Horse Won’t Cross Railroad Tracks
My horse is great about nearly everything, but he will not cross railroad tracks. What can I do to help him?
How to Maintain Your Trailer
Tips on keeping your horse trailer ready to roll with Peter Matheson of Performance Trailer Service.
Southern California Wildfire Displaces Hundreds of Horses
Hundreds of horses were evacuated ahead of wildfires that spread though San Diego County, California, this week.
California Chrome Camp Dispels Sickness Rumor
His connections say the colt has a small blister in his throat, but bloodwork and a scope revealed it to be a minor issue with further complications unlikely.
Iowa Man Waives Hearing in Equine Cruelty Case
An Iowa man accused of maltreating more than 60 horses has waived a hearing connected to the case.
Wisconsin Therapy Horses Discovered Drowned
Two therapy horses believed to be stolen from their Wisconsin pasture in March have been found drowned in a nearby river.
CHRB Clarifies Rules for Thyroid Medication
Veterinarians prescribe thyroxine to treat hypothyroid conditions and, in some cases, to assist in weight loss.
Breaking Down Ethics and Equine Medicine
Whether a veterinarian is actively practicing or working in research, ethics play a central role in his or her decision-making.
Biosecurity Tip of the Month: Equipment Use
Infectious pathogens can be spread on shared equipment, such as grooming supplies, wipe rags, water buckets, hoses, and tack. Here’s how to reduce your horse’s risk of picking up a disease via equipment at an event.
2014 Muddiest Horse Contest: Editors’ Picks
We asked our fans to submit photos of their muddiest horses in a recent photo contest. Here are a few of our favorite entries, in no particular order.
Why Aren’t There More Icabad Cranes?
Imagine being at a horse show and hearing over the loudspeaker: “And next in the ring is Mine That Bird!” Don’t tell me that wouldn’t
