Latest News – The Horse
Leg Conformation
Good leg conformation in a horse is a must if that animal is to remain serviceably sound for performance.
Utah Woman Pleads Not Guilty to Maltreating Horses
A Utah woman accused of maltreating 80 horses has pleaded not guilty to the charges.
TCA Awards $512,105 in Grants
The organization seeks to provide a better life for Thoroughbreds by supporting retirement, rescue, and research and by helping the people who work with them.
Belmont Stakes Runner-Up to Undergo Surgery
WinStar Farm’s Commissioner, runner-up to Tonalist in the June 7 Belmont Stakes, has a small chip in his front left fetlock and will undergo surgery to remove the chip at Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital.
Post-Thaw Semen Quality Tested
Researchers found non-sperm cells present in fresh semen release an enzyme called MPO during freezing, which could have a negative impact on thawed semen quality.
Tips for Protecting Horses from EHM
Virginia State Veterinarian Richard Wilkes, DVM, says owners need to take precautions to protect horses from EHM and other contagious diseases.
Poll Recap: 2014 Hay Costs
Of the 599 respondents, 212 people (35%) said that they will pay more than $250 per ton for hay this year.
Florida Horses Injected with Gasoline, 1 Dead
Law enforcement authorities in Florida are seeking whoever is responsible for injecting gasoline into horses grazing in a pasture in Marion County.
California Chrome, Ride On Curlin to Get some Time Off
Both California Chrome and Ride On Curlin are expected to have some well-deserved time off after exiting Saturday’s Belmont Stakes with an injury and a bleeding episode, respectively.
NYRA Official: No Rules Broken at Belmont Test Barn
A New York Racing Association official said no rules were apparently broken June 7 when General a Rod was a late arrival to the pre-race testing barn for the Belmont Stakes.
FEI Bureau Allocates 2018 World Equestrian Games to Canada
The FEI Bureau has unanimously approved Bromont/Montreal, Canada, as host city for the 2018 FEI World Equestrian Games.
Avoid Common Mistakes when Building an Outdoor Arena
There are many common mistakes that can be easily avoided when building an equestrian arena. Here are a few of the major pitfalls that can arise when either building an arena or having one constructed, along with tips on how to avoid them.
Owners Urged to Vaccinate Horses against West Nile Virus
Warm weather and the start of mosquito season are underway, and the Maryland Department of Agriculture is urging horse owners to vaccinate their horses against potentially fatal mosquito-borne diseases, including West Nile virus.
Equine Cushing’s Disease Reviewed
Equine Cushing’s disease occurs in an estimated 15-30% of horses and ponies older than 20.
Working Equid Colloquium Scheduled for July 1-3
The event will highlight specific issues related to working horses and their owners
Tonalist Denies ‘Chrome’ Crown in Belmont
Robert Evan’s Tonalist rallied late to edge Commissioner to win the June 7 Belmont Stakes California Chrome, bidding for the Triple Crown, finished in a dead-heat for fourth with Wicked Strong behind Medal Count.
