Latest News – The Horse
European Countries See Increased Horsemeat Demands
After Europe’s horsemeat scandal, some businesses have since seen an increased demand for equine meat.
Hot Branding to be Performed Under Anesthesia in Germany
From 2019 on, hot branding in Germany will only be legal when performed under local or general anesthesia.
The Sign Didn’t Say ‘No Horses’
I’m sure you’ve been there a time or two–you just got done spending a long, hot day at a horse show (or trail ride) and
CEM Prompts Restrictions on Virgin Islands Horse Imports
Officials implemented equine import restrictions after CEM was confirmed in a horse in Puerto Rico.
TWHBEA President Backs Anti-Soring Bill
The bill would forbid the use of action devices and increase penalties for anyone convicted of soring horses.
Could Aromatherapy Help Calm Stressed Horses?
Study results suggest that lavender aromatherapy can reduce horses’ heart rates after a stressful experience.
June Again Designated Equine Colic Awareness Month
Equine Colic Awareness Month is designed to raise awareness on the issues of colic and colic prevention.
Challenging Foal Case Studies
Drs. Nathan Slovis and Peter Morresey present unique medical and surgical cases involving foals, including heart murmurs, ivermectin overdose, sepsis, foals post dystocia, hernias, fractured ribs, kidney problems, and more.
EQStable App by Zoetis Available on the Apple App Store
With the EQStable app owners can centralize pertinent horse health information on their phone.
Keeneland Re-accredited by NTRA Safety Alliance
Officials recognized Keeneland for numerous best practices, including several impacting racehorse health.
Collaborating With Horses to Develop Emotional Intelligence
A study explored how working with horses can develop emotional intelligence in humans.
Sonder Named Director of UC Davis Center for Equine Health
Claudia Sonder, DVM, has been appointed director of the UC Davis Center for Equine Health, effective June 1.
Horse Doctor vs. Human Doctor: Who Knows You Better?
I recently made a phone call to my doctor’s office for advice on a simple health issue that required over-the-counter treatment. “Anderson, M. Anderson, Michelle.
Airflow’s Impact on Thermographic Readings of Horse Legs
Moving air can have a significant effect on thermographic readings of horses’ front legs, researchers say.
Equine Castration Complications Reviewed
Researchers found that, overall, complications associated with castration were mild in nature.
Australian Horse Owners Urged to Vaccinate against Hendra
Agriculture, Fisheries, and Forestry Minister John McVeigh urged owners to protect horses via vaccination.
