Latest News – The Horse
Poll Recap: Mud Management
Of the 600 poll respondents, 161 (27%) said they use sand in their paddocks to reduce mud, while 87 (14%) responded that their horse stays stalled when it’s muddy.
Acupuncturing Away the Lazy
Once a month TheHorse.com hosts a live “Ask the Vet” question and answer session on a specific topic. Usually when I’m listening in I’m one
Should I Feed My Horse Beet Pulp and/or Rice Bran?
Equine nutritionist Dr. Clair Thunes shares information about two popular horse feed choices, beet pulp and rice bran.
AHC: Impact of Immigration Order on Horse Industry Unclear
The AHC said it is “very likely that there are workers in the horse industry who meet these requirements and will benefit from the president’s actions.”
Indiana Reports Multiple Racehorse Medication Sanctions
The Indiana Horse Racing Commission announced sanctions against nine trainers and one veterinarian for medication-related violations.
Reversing Fear-Based Behavior
An owner inquires about how to address and reverse her horse’s fear-based behavior.
Sweeping New Racehorse Drug Rules Approved in New York
The agency says the rules are intended to protect both the integrity of New York’s pari-mutuel wagering system and racehorses’ health.
Elastic Rein Inserts’ Impact on Communication and Training
Elastic rein inserts might sound like a great way to keep an “elastic” contact with your horse’s mouth, but a group of equitation scientists has found that they could actually interfere with effective communication and training.
University Regents Sue High-Profile Veterinarian
The UC Davis Board of Regents has filed a $1 million lawsuit against Jack Snyder, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVS, for allegedly failing to contribute to a university-sponsored profit-sharing plan that would benefit research and other projects at the school.
Funds Committed to Aftercare via Breeders’ Cup Pledges
Thoroughbred owners and trainers have pledged more than $45,000 to racehorse aftercare.
New Bolton Center Seeking Foal Sitters for NICU
Foal-sitting duties include holding foals upright when they are lying down, assisting staff as they stand and turn foals, milking mares and storing the milk, monitoring equipment for alarms, changing bedding, and more.
Michigan Barn Fire Ruled Accidental
Seventeen horses in the barn at the time of the fire died in the blaze.
Equine Functional Electronic Stimulation (FES)
An established human therapy helps horses as well. Learn about FES and its possible equine applications.
The Good Ride
Don’t load your horse onto the trailer before understanding exactly what he’s getting into.
Pair Indicted in Mare Mutilation Case
Two Texas men have been indicted for allegedly mutilating a mare before abandoning her in San Patricio County.
Colorado VS Case Count Holds Steady
Forty-four premises remain under quarantine; 320 previously affected premises have been released from quarantine.
