Selecting a Thoroughbred: The Role of Genetics
Erica Larson
September 29, 2011
Researchers are learning what genes (when found or not found) could suggest about a Thoroughbred’s potential.
Researchers are learning what genes (when found or not found) could suggest about a Thoroughbred’s potential.
A man facing multiple animal cruelty charges could face an additional charge after another of his ponies died.
Meeting will feature presentations on equine nutrition, parasite resistance, and equine disease traceability.
The guidelines were released in response to Australia’s deadliest hendra virus season in history.
Up to 300 scholarships of $2,500 each will be awarded to assist students in all areas of veterinary medicine.
Researchers found that using a whip on a racehorse does not necessarily encourage him to run faster.
D. Paul Lunn, BVMS, MS, PhD, will begin his duties as dean of the NC State CVM on Feb. 15, 2012.
California authorities shot and killed a man who threatened deputies after attacking his neighbor’s horse.
The USDA/APHIS is keeping a running tally of the number of confirmed cases of WNV, EEE, and WEE in the U.S.
No new horses have been confirmed EHV-1 positive since Sept. 21 in connection with the Tennessee cases.
Thoroughbreds in need of homes will now be listed publicly on thoroughbredconnect.com, the Jockey Club said.
A $2,500 reward has been offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible.
Researchers found the frequency of intestinal contractions was lower in stabled horses than pastured horses.
Several government organizations are offering disaster assistance to farm owners impacted by Hurricane Irene.
Twenty-five cases of Eastern equine encephalitis have been confirmed in Wisconsin horses since mid-August.
The BLM will review operations during a Nevada gather that some wild horse advocates say put animals at risk.
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