Racehorse Drug Testing Not Without Its Challenges
Out-of-competition drug testing has broad support, but some issues have made use difficult for regulators
USA Equestrian Trust Awards Second Round of 2013 Grants
The USA Equestrian Trust has awarded $55,000 in grants to help fund four projects by equine nonprofits
Managing Foot Casts on Horses with Chronic Laminitis
Complicated laminitis cases carry a poor prognosis, but some have responded to treatment with foot casts.
Key Land Conservation Incentive Set to Expire
The legislation provides enhanced tax incentive for landowners who retire development rights on their land.
Kanara Honored with 2013 AAEP President?s Award
The award honors a member who has contributed time and expertise to benefit horse health and welfare.
Multi-Breed Racehorse Drug Uniformity No Easy Task
The Ohio State Racing Commission indicated it’s not prepared to adopt a uniform national drug policy.
Could Eye Temperature Help Detect Stress in Horses?
Can you see stress in your horse’s eyes? It’s possible if you’ve got an infrared thermographic camera.
Kanara Honored with 2013 AAEP President’s Award
The President’s Award honors an AAEP member who has demonstrated a dedication to the association during the past year by contributing a significant portion of time and expertise to benefit the health and welfare of the horse.
Nebraska Police Seek Help to Find Horse Shooter
Authorities are seeking those responsible for shooting a Paint Horse in its pasture last month.
Michigan Man Charged for Allegedly Maltreating DNR Donkey
The allegedly neglected donkey was one of three residing at one property; the others allegedly died.
Biting and Snapping Pony
How should I handle a pony that tries to attack people when they enter his stall?
AAEP Foundation, Markel Award Scholarships to Vet Students
The program awards financial support to students who are advocates for equine welfare and academic achievers.
Genetics Behind Horses’ Face and Leg Markings Studied
Researchers recently studied the genetics of white leg and face markings, and they’ve learned that these features are the result of complex genetic processes.
Wednesday’s Top Tweets from the 2013 AAEP Convention
View some of the top tweets from Wednesday at the 2013 AAEP Convention.
Wheelon, Three Others Plead Not Guilty to Charges
The Tennessee Walking Horse trainer pleaded not guilty to cruelty charges for allegedly soring horses.
Equine Sense of Smell
Horses rely far more on chemical messages in the air than on their relatively indistinct eyesight.