Latest News – The Horse
Virginia Man Charged in Horse Shooting, Killing
A man has been charged in connection with shooting and killing a horse in its Chesterfield County pasture.

Examining Modern Perceptions of Horse Welfare and Use
Learn what steps one researcher recommends horse industry members take to improve horse welfare perceptions.

‘s Hallowhinny Photo Contest Kicks Off
The Horse has launched a multi-platform “Hallowhinny” photo contest, and we want to see your photos!
Horse Industry Defamation Follow-up: Your Questions Answered
Editor’s note: This post is a follow up to Rachel’s last entry: You Can’t Say That! Or Can You? What if the Negative Information is True? Truth is a

Kentucky Reports Ninth Equine WNV Case for 2013
The 2-year-old Standardbred gelding’s condition is improving and he has resumed eating and drinking.
New Equine Influenza App Launched
The app is designed to help horse owners determine their economic risk for equine influenza virus.
Contraceptive Vaccine Use
Are general horse owners using the contraceptive vaccine porcine zona pellucida (or PZP)?
Reward Offered in Wisconsin Horse Death Case
The $10,000 reward was offered after a horse was fatally injured after being taken from its stall in July.

The Horse‘s Hallowhinny Photo Contest Kicks Off
The Horse and TheHorse.com have launched a multi-platform “Hallowhinny” photo contest, and we want to see your photos!
AQHF Announces Funding for 2013-14 Equine Research Projects
The American Quarter Horse Foundation (AQHF) has announced their 2013-14 equine research grant recipients.
Equine Veterinarian Pryor Dies
Peter Pryor, DVM, who worked at a veterinarian at Lane’s End Farm, has died; He was 58.

Researchers Evaluate Equine Hematology Parameters
Researchers believe variables such as breed and geographic location might impact horses’ blood test results.

The Horse Trust Named BVNA’s 2013 Charity of the Year
The British Veterinary Nursing Association nominated The Horse Trust as its charity of the year for 2013.
Suffolk Downs Earns NTRA Re-accreditation
Officials say Suffolk Downs has made several significant improvements from its initial inspection in 2011.

Management Practices: Reducing the Risk of Colic
Certain management practices can help owners reduce the risk of their horses developing colic.
A Better Weigh
Learn how to use the body condition score system to classify horses’ body conditions.



