Latest News – The Horse
Vaccination can Help Prevent Equine Deaths from EEE
A total of seven horses have tested positive for EEE in North Carolina thus far in 2013.
Owners Again Support Medication-Free Horse Racing
Many of horse racing’s top owners again pledged to race their 2-year-olds without race-day medication.
Equine Immunodeficiencies Reviewed
Equine immunodeficiencies can be challenging to diagnose, and even more difficult–or impossible–to manage.
ISES 2013: Comparing Amateurs and Pros in Rein Tension Study
Dr. Hayley Randle of Duchy College in Cornwall, U.K., compares how professional and amateur riders responded during her rein tension study.
2013 International Society for Equitation Science a Success
The conference brought together delegates from 14 countries to discuss equine behavior and welfare.
Horse Pasture Management 101 Seminars Scheduled
The University of Maryland (UMD) Extension will be hosting two day-long seminars on horse pasture management.
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.
