Latest News – The Horse
Kentucky Steps toward Racehorse Medication Uniformity
The KHRC approved changes to its withdrawal time guidelines for all racing breeds.
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Awards $1M in Grants
More than 20 accredited racehorse retirement facilities will share in $1 million in grants.
Study: Sellers Use Head Set to Advertise Training Level
What can headsets tell you about the horse and its level of training? Researchers sought to find out.
Racehorse Drug Testing Not Without Its Challenges
Out-of-competition drug testing has broad support, but some issues have made use difficult for regulators
USA Equestrian Trust Awards Second Round of 2013 Grants
The USA Equestrian Trust has awarded $55,000 in grants to help fund four projects by equine nonprofits
Managing Foot Casts on Horses with Chronic Laminitis
Complicated laminitis cases carry a poor prognosis, but some have responded to treatment with foot casts.
Key Land Conservation Incentive Set to Expire
The legislation provides enhanced tax incentive for landowners who retire development rights on their land.
Omega Fatty Acids
Dr. Stacey Oke explains what omega fatty acids are and how they play a role in the horse’s diet.
Kanara Honored with 2013 AAEP President?s Award
The award honors a member who has contributed time and expertise to benefit horse health and welfare.
Multi-Breed Racehorse Drug Uniformity No Easy Task
The Ohio State Racing Commission indicated it’s not prepared to adopt a uniform national drug policy.
Evaluating the Enforceability of a Liability Release
At Equine Legal Solutions, we receive a lot of calls about injuries to horses and people. The callers usually want to know whether they have
Could Eye Temperature Help Detect Stress in Horses?
Can you see stress in your horse’s eyes? It’s possible if you’ve got an infrared thermographic camera.
Kanara Honored with 2013 AAEP President’s Award
The President’s Award honors an AAEP member who has demonstrated a dedication to the association during the past year by contributing a significant portion of time and expertise to benefit the health and welfare of the horse.
Nebraska Police Seek Help to Find Horse Shooter
Authorities are seeking those responsible for shooting a Paint Horse in its pasture last month.
Michigan Man Charged for Allegedly Maltreating DNR Donkey
The allegedly neglected donkey was one of three residing at one property; the others allegedly died.
Biting and Snapping Pony
How should I handle a pony that tries to attack people when they enter his stall?
