Latest News – The Horse
New Equine Facility Dedicated at Penn Vet New Bolton Center
The Ilona English Equine Performance Evaluation Facility is the newest building on Penn Vet’s campus.
Assessing Elimination Rates of International Endurance Rides
Very little evidence-based information currently exists on reasons and rates of elimination from competition.
Rutgers Equine Science Update to Showcase Research Efforts
The update will cover research initiatives and work being conducted to address horse industry issues.
AAEP, AVMA Call for Passage Amendments to the Horse Protection Act
The organizations issued a statement Nov. 19 in support of HR 6388,
Pausing to be Thankful
I’m thankful for Gandalf, who’s currently my favorite horse on the planet.Photo by Stephanie L. Church Gratitude journals were all the rage a few years
Tips for Managing Horses in Winter to Avoid Colic
Making diet changes slowly, ensuring water intake, and keeping horses moving can help reduce colic risk.
UF Veterinarians Laud Equine Leishmaniasis Awareness
Veterinarians say the identification of the parasite in a Florida horse is cause for increased vigilance.
TheHorse.com Poll Recap: Caring for Blind Horses
Sixty-eight percent of more than 650 respondents indicated they’d cared for a vision-impaired horse.
Sustainable Equine Parasite Control Do’s and Don’ts
New research is taking place, and equine deworming recommendations are rapidly changing.
Winter Health Concerns
Horses are hardy animals when it comes to weathering the cold months. But this doesn’t mean you can slack on their care just because you’re staying indoors more. In fact, there are some health issues horses are more prone to during winter.
‘Hobbit’ Director Denies Off-Set Animal Abuse Allegations
Director Peter Jackson said the production company investigated the allegations and determined them unfounded.
Therapeutic Medication: Putting the Horse First
Owners, trainers, and veterinarians of performance horses are entering a new era of education and cooperation with regulatory groups to ensure the safety and well-being of our equine athletes.
Lloyd’s of London, UK Reach Partnership Landmark
The partnership reached a milestone when financial support from Lloyd’s topped $1 million.
Cold-Weather Equine Ear Protection?
Do horses living outside need their ears protected during cold weather?
Minnesota EHV-1: Additional Cases from Index Farm Suspected
Five of seven horses residing on the index farm have developed clinical signs consistent with the disease.
Hawthorne Race Course Continues to Deal with EHV-1
Three Hawthorne horses have died since the start of the outbreak last month.
