Safety in Thoroughbred horse racing became a very public concern two years ago when a series of catastrophic breakdowns at Santa Anita Park in Southern California became national news. Veterinarians presented safety measures put in place to protect horses and humans.
Police horses fill a special place in the equestrian world. Here’s a look at the unique lives, needs, and challenges of these horses, as well as how they’re selected and trained.
Measuring mRNA markers might offer an economical, effective, and noninvasive way to detect horses at risk of catastrophic injury.
The Pleasant Valley State Prison program, an extension of the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation’s Second Chances/Groom Elite Program, offers second careers to its racehorses and vocational training for student/inmates.
This is the first genetic variant for hypoparathyroidism identified in any domestic animal species. Testing is now available.
Learn why this fetlock injury occurs and how veterinarians diagnose it.
A reader’s senior Thoroughbred lost weight during the winter. Our equine nutritionist suggests simple ways to increase his body condition.
According to British researchers, fence color could make a significant difference in racehorses’ ability to visualize obstacles as they approach them.
Stride changes during races and works could help identify horses at risk of impending injury.
The Retired Racehorse Project’s executive director and longtime member of the racing industry offers insight into the pandemic’s effect on Thoroughbred rehoming as tracks close and sales are canceled.
Female mules can’t reproduce naturally. But researchers found they can make excellent surrogate dams for embryo transfer.
Two leading genetics researchers described current and upcoming tests for a variety of heritable equine conditions.
Those charged include Jason Servis, who trained Maximum Security, the 2019 Kentucky Derby first-place finisher disqualified for interference.
The Kenyan Ministry of Agriculture announced that it will be revoking licenses to slaughter donkeys, effective immediately.
Derived from donkey skin, ejiao is used in traditional Chinese medicine. Demand for donkeys to meet its growing popularity has put the equids at risk.
Kentucky officials continue to restrict Remington Park horses from entering the state’s tracks and training centers.
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