Latest News – The Horse
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.
Understanding Immunosenescence in Horses
Researchers are still working to fully understand what impact aging has on the equine immune system.
University of Illinois to Host Horseman’s Clinic
Lecture topics will include exercise intolerance, wound care, hoof care, ophthalmology, and more.
CE Credit Offered for Equine Digital Best Practices Webinar
One hour of credit is available for veterinarians, vet techs, and administrators attending the webinar.
Can Imaging Mesenteric Lymph Nodes Save Horses’ Lives?
Vets can image the cecal mesentery to garner information that could lead to a lymphadenopathy diagnosis.
UK Forage Bowl Team Wins National Title
The UK Forage Bowl team took the top spot at the National Forage Bowl.
Could Bovine, Porcine Rotavirus Affect Horses?
Genomic research suggests that horses could also be susceptible to rotavirus from both cows and pigs.
Weed of the Month: Eastern Poison Ivy
Animals such as cats, dogs, and horses are not sensitive to poison ivy, but can transfer the irritating urushiol oil to humans.
The Incidence of Colic
One study showed that equine colic has an estimated prevalence of 4.2 events per 100 horses per year.
Melanomas in Horses
Dr. Martha Mallicote of the University of Florida shares information about melanomas, including the prevalence of these cancer tumors in gray horses and specific horse breeds.
McKeever Testifies at N.Y. State Gaming Commission Hearing
McKeever’s research focuses on performance-enhancing practices on the equine athlete’s physiologic responses.
UK Seminar Series Kicks Off Jan. 30
On Jan. 30, two speakers will discuss inflammatory airway disease.
