Latest News – The Horse

Can Fatty Acid Supplementation Help IR Horses?
Supplementation with a certain type of fatty acid appears to improve insulin sensitivity in IR horses.
First ‘WSU Horse Course’ for Owners Taking Place Sept. 7
Lecture topics will include dental care, foot problems, vaccinations, first-aid care, colic, and toxic plants.
Open Wide!
For the past week, I’ve been watching 17-year-old Dorado very closely as he eats his nightly grain and beet pulp ration. Not because I’m afraid

Przewalski’s Horse Foal Born via Artificial Insemination
The filly, born July 27, is the first Przewalski’s Horse to be bred using artificial insemination.
Blue Horse Charities Gives $119,700 in Grants
Organizations involved in the rehabilitation, retraining, and adoption of Thoroughbreds received grants.
Fire Destroys Barn Near Louisiana Downs
A fire at a small training center destroyed at least one barn and reportedly killed 19 horses.

Excitement, Feeling, and Attachment’s Impact on Training
Training outcomes are affected by a horse’s arousal state and his attachment to his trainer, scientists say.
New Mexico Processing Plant Fire Probed
Authorities are investigating a fire that damaged a plant expected to begin processing horses next week.
Equine Medicine Takes Center Stage at 2013 AAEP Convention
The 2013 AAEP Convention will take place in Nashville, Tenn., Dec. 7-11.

Adams Receives Equine Research Grant
Amanda Adams, PhD, is researching the immune system of the geriatric horse.
Legislation to Eliminate Soring Introduced in Senate
There are now bills in both the U.S. House and Senate to amend the HPA to eliminate soring.

Equine Emerging Diseases Reviewed
Learn about coronavirus, EPM, Lyme disease, influenza, and Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis.

Equine Pastern Dermatitis: A Pathologist’s Perspective
A correct and early diagnosis can greatly expedite pastern dermatitis’ resolution.
Former Thoroughbred Agents Plead Not Guilty to Charges
Between 24 and 30 horses owned by the brothers were found to be malnourished and shut in feces-filled stalls.

EEE Confirmed in Belchertown, Mass., Horse
On July 31 the MDPH announced that a Belchertown horse tested positive for Eastern equine encephalitis.

RCI Approves Model Rule for Racehorse Drug Penalties
RCI voted to approve model rules that create a points system and enhanced penalties for drug violations.