Latest News – The Horse
New Vocations Launches Ambassador Program
Those who have adopted a New Vocations horse can assist the organization in promoting retired racehorses.
Commentary: St Nicholas Abbey’s ?Brave Battle
Learn about St Nicholas Abbey’s battle with a fracture that was ultimately ended by a severe bout of colic.
BLM Seeks Ideas on Wild Horse Management
The BLM is seeking management ideas, but critics say previously suggested methods haven’t been implemented.
A Review of Fatal Fetlock Injuries in California Racehorses
One of the most common sites of catastrophic injuries in Thoroughbred racehorses is the fetlock.
Commentary: St Nicholas Abbey’s Brave Battle
Take a behind-the-scenes look at Irish Thoroughbred racing champion St Nicholas Abbey’s battle to overcome a life-threatening fracture that was ultimately ended by a severe bout of colic.
One Size Doesn’t Fit All
My searches for the “just right” saddle have never been simple. Long before the availability of different tree widths, I rode a very round, mutton-withered,
N.M. Police Seek Shooter in Horse-Related Case
Bernalillo County authorities are seeking a man who allegedly shot another man over the price of a horse.
FEI Announces Officials for 2014 World Equestrian Games
The FEI appointed ground juries, technical delegates, stewards, course designers, and more.
Poll Recap: Parasite Control Strategies
Of the 764 respondents, 356 (47%) said they use rotational deworming as their parasite control method.
What’s Your Age Again?
One of my favorite things about 18-year-old Dorado is that he has no clue, whatsoever, that he’s a day over 7 or 8. But at
Winter Horseback Riding Tips
With a little bit more consideration for both horse and rider winter riding can be an enjoyable experience.
Retired Olympic Show Jumper Jalisca Solier Euthanized
The 17-year-old Selle Francais mare broke a bone in her front right leg in a pasture accident on Jan. 26.
A New Meaning to ‘Paint Horse’
Studies show zebra stripes might work as a fly deterrent. Photo: Photos.com Of course everyone is fully aware of what zedonks, zorses, zonkeys, and zebroids are
Trailer Troubles
Do you have any recommendations for how we can help a horse overcome a trailer loading problem?
Racehorse Drug Policies Questioned at HBPA Convention
Some attendees suggested questionable studies might be the basis for some medication policies.
Olympic Eventer Lionheart Euthanized
The 12-year-old Westphalian gelding was euthanized Jan. 18 in Florida following two colic surgeries.
