Hendra Virus Survey Highlights Horse Owner Behavior

While most see hendra virus as a risk, many are not taking precautions to protect themselves or their horses.
Arizona Police Probe Horse Shooting
Authorities are investigating the shooting of a mare found wandering in the desert earlier this month.
Stem Cells to Treat Chronic Laminitis: The Sooner the Better

Researchers are studying whether stem cell therapy could help stabilize chronic laminitis cases.
USEA Launches Equine Research Initiative
The USEA will make a $1.00 dollar per starter assessment to fund research that benefits sport horses.
Florida Mane Thief Sought

Authorities are seeking those responsible for cutting the mane of a horse grazing in a Punta Gorda pasture.
Poll Recap: Winter Fitness

Readers use a combination of methods to keep their horses moving and fit during the winter.
Furosemide-Free BC Juveniles Show Few EIPH Cases
Furosemide-free juveniles at the Breeders’ Cup had fewer, less severe instances of EIPH than other juveniles.
Steaming’s Effect on Horse Hay Studied

Researchers found that steaming appears to increase horses’ consumption of good-quality hay.
Joint Injections: Prevention or Treatment?
Are joint injections meant to be used to prevent lameness, or as a therapeutic remedy for an existing problem?
Appeals Court Sides with Horse Processor

A federal appeals court ruled against animal rights groups that challenged U.S. horse processing plants.
Nationwide WNV, EEE Totals Steady as Winter Approaches

A Dec. 12 update indicates 338 WNV cases and 181 EEE cases have been reported since the start of the year.
AAEP Veterinarians Discuss Estrus Suppression in Mares

Many owners seek to eliminate estrus behavior when there is a negative effect on the mare’s performance.
Taking Piroplasmosis Seriously

Veterinarians are fine-tuning testing, prevention, and treatment methods for equine piroplasmosis.
Kentucky Steps toward Racehorse Medication Uniformity

The KHRC approved changes to its withdrawal time guidelines for all racing breeds.
Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Awards $1M in Grants
More than 20 accredited racehorse retirement facilities will share in $1 million in grants.
Study: Sellers Use Head Set to Advertise Training Level

What can headsets tell you about the horse and its level of training? Researchers sought to find out.