Campaign Launched to Educate Public on N.C. Wild Ponies
Officials have seen an increase in visitors and an increase in people trying to get close to the horses.
Officials have seen an increase in visitors and an increase in people trying to get close to the horses.

More than 100 horses have been evacuated from areas affected by a wildfire raging in central Washington,
The day-long event focused on matters of equine health, primarily Thoroughbred retirement and aftercare.
Governor Pat Quinn signed a bill into law Tuesday designating Miniature Horses as recognized service animals.
The affected horse–an 18-year-old Tennessee Walking Horse from Laurel County–had no WNV vaccination history.
An 11-year-old Quarter Horse mare from Salem County has tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV).
The ideal time to reseed depends on the type of forage a producer selects.
In New Zealand, only veterinarians and veterinary students supervised by vets can perform horse castrations.

Researchers found that a specially designed feeder can slow horses’ rate of consumption and reduce feed waste.

Researchers tested electromyography for identifying equine muscle fatigue during exercise.
The USA Equestrian Trust recently granted $10,000 to the AAEP Foundation to support the study.
The Jockey Club has added a provision governing regulatory administration of furosemide on race day.
On Tuesday, Sept. 4, New Bolton Center will present a lecture on new techniques in equine fracture repair.
Veterinarians from Hagyard Equine Medical Center have confirmed leptospirosis in a Thoroughbred weanling.
The three-part series will cover routine veterinary, farriery, and dental care.
A biosecurity plan is essential to minimizing the risk of horse pests and diseases, including hendra virus.
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