The Box System, is designed to provide a safer, cleaner, healthier and more dust free environment for stabled horses and those dedicated to their care. The system has an inbuilt anti-cast design and the inherent strength and flexibility
The HorseFlyNet is a barrier to flies that is cost effective and environmentally safe. Insects and related pests have a significant financial impact on the horse industry. Flies can damage horses directly and indirectly.
This boot can be used as a preventative measure after strenuous exercise or competition to prevent heat or swelling. It can also be used therapeutically after an injury to help to bring down swelling, and will fit on either a front or a hind leg.
One week before this year’s Run for the Roses, NBC Sports will present a one-hour documentary on Barbaro, who took last year’s Kentucky Derby in dramatic fashion.
Rutgers: New Jersey Horse Industry Generates $1.1 Billion
Press Release
April 5, 2007
The New Jersey equine industry–valued at more than $3.5 billion–generates $1.1 billion annually in positive impact on the New Jersey economy, according to a new study released by the Rutgers Equine Science Center. Of the total impact, $64 West Nile Virus Continues to be a Threat
Edited Press Release
April 5, 2007
With spring here and temperatures on the rise throughout the country, growing mosquito populations increase the risk for mosquito-borne diseases, including West Nile virus and equine encephalomyelitis (sleeping sickness). To protect their horses Equine Health Sponsorships Still Available from MAF
Press Release
April 5, 2007
The Morris Animal Foundation (MAF) still has plenty of sponsorship opportunities available for 2007 and all are invited to sponsor or co-sponsor with a total gift of $3,000 or more per study. Projects address the health and well-being of dogs, NARHA Establishing Program for Wounded Servicemen and Veterans
Press Release
April 5, 2007
The North American Riding for the Handicapped Association, Inc. (NARHA) has announced it plans to develop a nationwide program for America’s wounded service personnel and veterans. NARHA promotes equine assisted activities at more than 700 Reports of Lyme Disease Increasing in Vermont
The Associated Press
April 4, 2007
The incidence of Lyme disease in Vermont has seen a “sudden and dramatic increase” since the end of 2003, a Shelburne veterinarian says. Before 2003, the cases of Lyme disease Gary Solow saw in dogs were usually in animals that had Equine Cushing’s Drug Pergolide to be Withdrawn for Human Use
Erin Ryder
April 4, 2007
The FDA has announced pergolide is to be voluntarily withdrawn for human use. Pergolide is commonly used for horses with pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID), also known as equine Cushing’s disease. According to the FDA announcement Hambletonian Harness Race to be Broadcast on NBC
Press Release
April 4, 2007
The $1.7 million Hambletonian, the richest trotting race in North America, will be televised live on NBC this year, ending a 13-year run on CBS. Broadcast time for the Hambletonian and the filly companion event, the $850,000 Hambletonian Oaks, Reward Offered for Information on Miniature Horse Killing
Press Release
April 4, 2007
The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) is offering a reward of up to $2,500 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for killing a miniature horse in Waseca County, Minn. According Justice Department Pays for Horse Barn Demolished in Hoffa Search
The Associated Press
April 4, 2007
Even though Jimmy Hoffa’s remains weren’t found, the Justice Department paid $160,000 to the owners of a Michigan horse farm to replace a barn the FBI removed last summer, records show. Records released to The Detroit News under Chair of World Games 2010 Foundation Stepping Down
Press Release
April 4, 2007
The World Games 2010 Foundation, Inc., the organization responsible for planning and conducting the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, has announced the resignation of its board chairman, Jim Host. Tandy Patrick has been named the Polytrack: Woodbine Adjusting Mix for Cold Weather Consistency
Esther Marr
April 4, 2007
Woodbine, which experienced problems with its Polytrack surface in cold weather last year and before the start of its meet in late March, hopes to address the issues during a two-step process that will begin in May. On March 31, opening Stay on top of the most recent Horse Health news with FREE weekly newsletters from TheHorse.comWeekly PollPartners in Equine Health
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