Latest News – The Horse
Zinc’s Role in Young Horses’ Immunity
Low serum zinc levels were associated with an impaired immune function in yearlings and 2-year-olds.
ISES 2013: Why Rein Tension is Important to Horse Welfare
Dr. Hayley Randle shares why it’s important for riders and coaches to understand rein tension.
Adequan Could Return to Market Later this Month
The manufacturer anticipates the release of Adequan products to the market beginning in late August 2013.
Clover Control in Horse Pastures
Do you have any suggestions on how to control clover in pastures that don’t involve herbicides?
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.
