Latest News – The Horse
Colic Researchers: Tight Junctions Crucial in Gut Function
A research team is examining how infectious disease and inflammation impact cells in the horse’s gut.
N.D. Authorities Rescue More than 100 Horses
More than 100 allegedly malnourished horses are under rehabilitative care after being rescued.
UHC Partners with ACTHA to Help Unwanted Horses
The UHC and the ACTHA are joining forces in 2013 to help unwanted horses and equine care facilities.
Vets, Farriers Honored for Hoof Care Contributions
A pair of farriers and three equine veterinarians were recognized during a recent hoof care summit.
OIE Standards for International Horse Movement
Dr. Susanne Münstermann reviews the World Organization for Animal Health’s (OIE) role in preventing global disease spread at the 2012 International Conference on Equine Infectious Diseases.
Managing the Swollen Eye in the Field (AAEP 2012)
The acutely swollen eye can present many diagnostic challenges to the field practitioner.
N.Y. Man Charged in Second Horse Riding Incident
The man was previously charged for fatally injuring a laminitic horse by riding it for several miles.
Coolers are Basic Winter Horse Gear
I do a lot of riding and I am always surprised when I see people missing one of what I consider to be the most
Charges Filed in Utah Horse Cruelty Case
A Utah man is facing cruelty charges for allegedly maltreating 25 horses on his Cache County property.
Jockeys’ Guild Supports Racehorse Medication Reform
The guild cited improved rider safety when they voted to support racehorse medication reform.
Keeping Your Veterinarian Safe
Dr. Erin Denney-Jones reviews the basic training and manners your horse needs before an exam to ensure your veterinarian stays save.
Breeding the Old Gray Mare
I consider myself pretty lucky to live and work in the region I do. Central Kentucky is one of the largest–if not the largest–Thoroughbred nurseries
Black Named Director of CSU Equine Reproduction Laboratory
Jerry Black, DVM, will oversee day-to-day operations of the Equine Reproduction Laboratory.
‘Limited Resource Test’ to Measure Equine Social Hierarchies
A significant correlation exists between limited resource test results and field observation test results.
W.Va. Horse Breeder Charged with Cruelty
The Arabian breeder allegedly maltreated more than 30 horses on her West Virginia farm.
EHV-1 Confirmed in Horse at National Western Stock Show Rodeo
Colorado animal health authorities have placed a quarantine on seven horses including the index case.
