Latest News – The Horse
Univ. of Edinburgh Online Equine Nutrition Course Begins Jan. 28
More than 10,000 individuals have already signed up to take part in the course on horse nutrition.
A Forage-Only Diet for Young Horses in Training Evaluated
Researchers found that high-energy forage diets provided adequate nutrition for young horses in training.
Chambers named ORC Manager of Veterinary Services
Adam Chambers, DVM, has served as the commission veterinarian at Woodbine Racetrack since 2010.
Off to the (Zebra) Races
We get a lot of press releases at Blood-Horse Publications. A lot. But one struck an interest for me when it touted zebra and ostrich
Equine Guelph to Host Healthy, Happy Horse Workshop
The workshop will feature hands-on sessions on topics relating to horse management and health care.
Kentucky Round-Up Announces Educational Speaker Series
The event will feature an educational speaker series for parents, novice horse owners, and advanced horsemen.
Horses Removed from California Breeding Farm
Authorities removed a stallion and three mares from Gray Fox Farm in connection with a cruelty investigation.
Study Evaluates Cribbers’ Sleeping Habits
British researchers found horses that crib spend less time in “standing sleep” mode than horses that don’t.
Abnormal Blood Work Delays Top Racehorse’s Training
Groupie Doll’s trainer says that recent blood work indicates she is fighting some sort of infection.
R. equi in Foals
Guest Dr. Stacey Oke discusses R. equi as a cause of pneumonia in foals.
Inside January’s Pages
By now we’ve all become acquainted with 2013 and its possibilities. (Despite the fact we’re a week in, though, I’m still creatively converting twos to
British Horse Society Names New Board of Trustees Chairman
New chairman Claire Aldridge also serves as chairman of the equine health and welfare advisory committee.
Report on Proposed Nevada Wild Horse Ecosanctuary Released
The scoping report summarizes issues raised and comments received during the initial public scoping period.
Equine Rhinitis Virus Prevalence in Louisiana Racehorses Evaluated
Researchers found that ERV is prevalent in Louisiana horses; more research is needed to determine its impact.
LDAF Monitoring Horses Imported from Illinois
Owners must provide health certificates to the La. State Veterinarian’s Office prior to the animal’s entry.
Charges Filed in Minnesota Equine Cruelty Case
The man allegedly maltreated more than 50 equids on his Fillmore County property last year.
