Latest News – The Horse
Reef to Speak on Ultrasound Examination of Fetal Well-Being
Reef will explain why ultrasound is critical to assessing foal viability during a high-risk pregnancy.
Hendra Virus Survey Highlights Horse Owner Behavior
While most see hendra virus as a risk, many are not taking precautions to protect themselves or their horses.
Arizona Police Probe Horse Shooting
Authorities are investigating the shooting of a mare found wandering in the desert earlier this month.
Stem Cells to Treat Chronic Laminitis: The Sooner the Better
Researchers are studying whether stem cell therapy could help stabilize chronic laminitis cases.
USEA Launches Equine Research Initiative
The USEA will make a $1.00 dollar per starter assessment to fund research that benefits sport horses.
Florida Mane Thief Sought
Authorities are seeking those responsible for cutting the mane of a horse grazing in a Punta Gorda pasture.
Poll Recap: Winter Fitness
Readers use a combination of methods to keep their horses moving and fit during the winter.
Time to Celebrate!
As you might know from previous blogs I’m absolutely dreading the day Dorado, now nearly 18, retires. We’ve been through so much together already, and
Furosemide-Free BC Juveniles Show Few EIPH Cases
Furosemide-free juveniles at the Breeders’ Cup had fewer, less severe instances of EIPH than other juveniles.
Steaming’s Effect on Horse Hay Studied
Researchers found that steaming appears to increase horses’ consumption of good-quality hay.
Joint Injections: Prevention or Treatment?
Are joint injections meant to be used to prevent lameness, or as a therapeutic remedy for an existing problem?
Appeals Court Sides with Horse Processor
A federal appeals court ruled against animal rights groups that challenged U.S. horse processing plants.
Nationwide WNV, EEE Totals Steady as Winter Approaches
A Dec. 12 update indicates 338 WNV cases and 181 EEE cases have been reported since the start of the year.
AAEP Veterinarians Discuss Estrus Suppression in Mares
Many owners seek to eliminate estrus behavior when there is a negative effect on the mare’s performance.
Taking Piroplasmosis Seriously
Veterinarians are fine-tuning testing, prevention, and treatment methods for equine piroplasmosis.
My Horses are Out On the Ice
Protect horses from icy ponds by using barriers such as fences.
