Latest News – The Horse
AHC Urges Participation in USDA Agricultural Census
The agricultural census gathers vital information about U.S agriculture, including the horse community.
Poll Recap: Horse-Related Resolutions
Of the 353 voters, 203 (58%) indicated they had made a horsey resolution for the new year.
Encouraging Cold Weather Water Consumption
Is it a good idea to add a little salt to your horses’ diet in the winter to get them to drink more water?
Researcher: Strive to Recognize Happy Horse Behavior
Thanks to British researchers, we’re getting a better understand what defines a “happy” equine athlete.
Court Order Halts BLM Mustang Gather
A federal court judge has ordered the BLM to stop gathering mustangs from the Owyhee Herd Management Area.
BLM Stiffens Mustang Purchase Rules
The new rules restrict purchases of more than four animals in a six-month period unless approved by the BLM.
A Winter Home Away from Home
Two weeks ago it got cold here in Bend, Ore., and started snowing. Then the ground froze solid and it snowed some moreÑa lot more.
APHIS Releases Final Summary of 2012 Vesicular Stomatitis Cases
The final quarantines connected to the outbreak were released in late December, according to the summary.
2013 American Youth Horse Council Symposium Scheduled
The event brings together youth and youth leaders from all facets of the equine industry.
Ethical Issues for Racetrack Practitioners (AAEP 2012)
Many difficult decisions racetrack practitioners encounter are out of their control, one veterinarian says.
Operation Gelding Castrates 208 Stallions in 2012
Almost 600 stallions have been castrated since the Operation Gelding program was first in August 2010.
Hall of Fame Jockey Stevens Announces Comeback Plans
During retirement, Stevens served as a TV commentator and starred in the movie “Seabiscuit.”
Racetrack Surface and Hind Limb Fetlock, Hoof Kinematics (AAEP 2012)
Researchers found variations in degree of fetlock flexion, hoof slide in horses working on different surfaces.
Gagliano Elected AHC Trustee
Gagliano is the president and chief operating officer of The Jockey Club.
BLM Resumes Owyhee Complex Wild Horse Gather
The BLM plans to gather about 186 wild horses during this portion of the gather.
Hindgut Microflora of Laminitic, Nonlaminitic Horses Compared
Researchers found surprising differences between fecal microflora DNA of laminitic and nonlaminitic horses.
