Latest News – The Horse
Choosing a Disinfectant for Barn Use
Dr. Brandy Burgess of Colorado State University describes how to select a disinfectant to protect horses from infectious disease agents, based on organic material present, surface type, and disinfecting goals.
KHC Announces New Horsemen’s Regional Caucuses
The caucuses are designed to inspire networking, communication, and education for Kentucky horsemen.
ASPCA Grant to Aid Horses Affected by Colorado Wildfires
The ASPCA issued an emergency grant for $30,000 to Front Range Equine Rescue in Larkspur, Colo.
Unusual Eating Behaviors in Horses Explained
We don’t expect our horses to eat things like dirt or manure, but sometimes they do.
BLM Seeking Public Nominations for Wild Horse Advisory Board
The BLM requests public nominations to fill three Wild Horse and Burro Advisory Board positions.
Stiff Penalties Tied to Drugs ‘Purple Pain,’ ‘TB-500’
The drugs, only available through compounding pharmacies, will be high-level violations if used in racing.
Rehabbing the Bolter
Will forming a bond with my horse help keep him from bolting when riding in the arena and around the paddocks?
Small Fine for Racehorse Trainer after Horse’s Death
The trainer who failed to report a horse death received a penalty similar to those for medication violations.
Management’s Impact on Osteochondral Lesion Development
Researchers are investigating how young horse management practices can impact osteochondral lesions.
How to Quarantine a New Horse
Dr. Josie Traub-Dargatz of Colorado State University describes using quarantine, designated equipment, and other measures to avoid disease spread among a population when a new horse arrives at a barn or returns from a show or event.
Luitpold Provides Update on Adequan Availability
Luitpold Animal Health issued an update June 27 on the drug’s current and future availability.
Poll Recap: Readers Weigh In on Equine Diets
Of the 688 voters, 77% indicated they had, at one time or another, used a diet to reduce a horse’s weight.
South Carolina Foal Confirmed EEE-Positive
A South Carolina foal tested positive for EEE last week, marking that state’s first case of 2013.
From Show Ring to Breeding Shed
If you’ve ever owned a particularly talented or head-turning mare, you might have imagined breeding a carbon copy of her so you could continue enjoying
Inside Internal Medicine
Learn how an equine internal medicine specialist might be able to help your horse.
Firewise Tips for Horse Owners
Here are a few points to help you identify wildfire risks for your horse property along with the appropriate actions to minimize those risks.
