What are Third Trochanter Fractures in Horses?

Researchers say third trochanter fractures probably aren’t career ending and generally heal without surgery.
Equine Vaccine Tips and Strategies

One of the most important things you can do to maintain health is have your animal vaccinated.
Making Great Strides

The Animal Health Trust orthopedics team performs cutting-edge research of equine anatomy and function.
Rutgers Presents Event Featuring Dr. Ray Geor

Geor’s lecture will focus on obesity, insulin resistance, and how these conditions relate to laminitis.
Dressage Champion Bonfire Dies at 30
Bonfire was euthanized Monday (Oct. 28) due to complications from Cushing’s disease and laminitis.
Poll Recap: Hay Feeder Options

Of the 1,473 voters, 684 (46%) said that they feed their horses hay on the ground or do not use a hay feeder.
Horses’ Shade Preferences Evaluated

Researchers sought to investigate horses’ preferences when it comes to standing in shade or in the sun.
Equine Mucous Membranes

The mucous membranes can provide useful clues about the health of the internal workings of a horse.
Britain Withdraws from 2018 FEI WEG Bid Process
The British Equestrian Federation will not put in a formal bid to host the 2018 FEI World Equestrian Games.
Breeders’ Cup Sprint Contender Fatally Injured in Workout

Points Offthebench, a 4-year-old gelding, suffered condylar fracture in his right front fetlock.
Military Horse Statue Unveiled at Royal Veterinary College
The of Sefton, a military horse that survived a terror attack, was unveiled earlier this month.
Prepare Horses, Livestock, and Pets for Bushfires
The Australian Veterinary Association is warning of serious impacts of bushfires on wildlife and pets.
Study Evaluates Event Horse Withdrawals, Injury Risk

Researchers are studying if fitness tests could help predict which event horses have a higher injury risk.
Researchers Explore Microbes to Benefit Animal, Human Health
Researchers are exploring animal microbiome to benefit both animals–including horses–and humans.
UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Breanna Gaubatz

Gaubatz’ research focused on equine protozoal myeloencphalitis (or EPM).
Smart Textiles: Future Use in Equine Research

Researchers are investigating the use of smart textiles and technology in equine science.