Latest News – The Horse
That Cresty Neck: Is It Muscle or Fat?
“Lily has developed a really nice neck and topline,” my trainer remarked after a jumping session last week. Sure enough, after untacking and taking a
Mystery Lameness, Part 1: Dr. Mark Revenaugh
U.S. Eventing team veterinarian Dr. Mark Revenaugh of Northwest Equine Performance shares challenging lameness cases from his practice. With lameness, things are not always as they first appear! Part 1 of 3.
Eventing Champion Headley Britannia Euthanized
Headley Britannia was euthanized April 1 after a cross-country schooling accident. She was 21.
Volunteers Care for Horses after Washington Mudslide
Area volunteers care for horses impacted by a mudslide in Snohomish County.
Record Number of Nations Declare Participation in 2014 WEG
Seventy-two national federations have declared their intention to participate in the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) 2014 in Normandy, France.
Bromont, Lexington Continue in 2018 WEG Bid Process
Both Bromont/Montreal, Canada, and Lexington, Ky., have confirmed their continued interest in hosting the World Equestrian Games in 2018.
Study: Joint Injections have Low Risk of Synovial Sepsis
Injecting medication directly into a horse’s joint might make some owners wary of complications. But British researchers have recently shown that, when careful aseptic techniques are used, the risks are actually very low.
Mare Check Frequency on Foal Watch
How often should you check on a broodmare to see if she’s in labor? Dr. Wendy Vaala answers in this podcast is from the Equine Life Stages: Foals Q&A audio event.
Infographic: Feeding Basics
Download and print these feed and turnout information cards for your horse’s stall or barn!
Spring Shots for Senior Horses
A few weeks ago, I told you about 18-year-old Dorado’s spring check-up (more technically called a wellness exam). But today, I want to focus on
Take Steps to Prevent Equine Herpesvirus Infection
From vaccination to disinfection–learn how you can help prevent equine herpesvirus (EHV) infection spread.
EHV-1 Confirmed in Larimer Co., Colo., Horse
A Larimer County, Colo., horse has tested positive for equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) and is recovering.
Egyptian Arabian Horses Seized in South Carolina
A group of Egyptian Arabian horses are receiving rehabilitative care after being seized by Edgefield, S.C., authorities. But the whereabouts of another 70 horses from the same herd are unknown.
Poll Recap: Spring Conditioning
Of the 554 respondents, 231 individuals (42%) said they have started their horses’ spring conditioning.
International Horse Sports Confederation Holds First Meeting
At the first International Horse Sports Confederation meeting, the Federation Equestre Internationale and the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities confirmed that they share the same core values of protecting horse welfare.
Jockey Club Releases Equine Injury Database Statistics
The prevalence of race-related fatal injury for the time frame from Jan. 1, 2009, through Dec. 31, 2013, was 1.91 per 1,000 starts.
