Latest News – The Horse
Riders4Helmets Announces Award Winners
The helmet awareness campaign has announced the winners of the 2012 Craig Ferrell MD Equestrian Safety Awards.
Give Away Your Manure or Compost
If you’re not saving your manure or compost for your own use, an effective disposal option is giving it away to places that can utilize it.
Arizona Bill would Recognize Miniature Horses as Service Animals
Miniature Horses would be recognized service animals if a pending bill becomes law.
Will Rolling Cause Colic?
Does the actual act of normal rolling cause torsion?
Dr. Roberta Dwyer Receives UK Alumni Association Great Teacher Award
Dwyer was recognized for excellence in the classroom with the 2013 UK Alumni Association Great Teacher Award.
Five Factors that Impact Gestation, Foaling (AAEP 2012)
One veterinarian describes five factors that can negatively impact pregnancy and how to respond to them.
WVC 2013: Multiple Limb Lameness
Dr. Kevin Keegan explains a few things horse owners should know about multiple limb lameness at the 2013 Western Veterinary Conference in Las Vegas, Nev.
Will Rolling Cause Colic?
Does the actual act of normal rolling cause torsion? Also, is there a relationship between torsion colic and time of feeding or amount fed?
Rachel Alexandra Goes for Short Walk
While still in serious condition, she was able to go for a short walk and able to eat a small amount of grass.
Can Inflammatory Markers Predict Fitness and Impending Injury?
In this UK Seminar Series presentation, David Horohov, PhD, discusses the effects of exercise on the equine immune system.
FEI and OIE Announce Sport Horse International Movement Action Plan
The organizations respond to growing demand for improving cross-border movement of top-level sport horses.
TAHC Releases Part of the Fever Tick Temporary Quarantine Area in Texas
Fever ticks are capable of spreading the Babesia parasites that can cause equine piroplasmosis.
Kentucky Horse Farms Can Apply for Disaster Relief
Kentucky horse breeding farms are now eligible to apply for federal relief from agriculture-related disasters.
Stem Cell Preparation and Delivery (AAEP 2012)
One veterinarian describes how to prepare the stem cells, horse, and equipment for treatment.
Vets Pleased with Rachel Alexandra’s Progress
Doctors at Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital reported Feb. 16 that Rachel Alexandra remained serious but stable.
2013 Western Veterinary Conference Kicks Off in Las Vegas
This year’s equine program features presentations on a variety of horse health topics.
