NSAIDs and Competition: The Rules are Changing
Effective Dec. 1, individuals competing in USEF-sanctioned events must be aware of new rules on NSAID useage.
How to care for the basic health needs of horses
Effective Dec. 1, individuals competing in USEF-sanctioned events must be aware of new rules on NSAID useage.
Gilman was the first veterinarian to reach Ruffian in 1975 after she sustained her catastrophic injury.
Now is the ideal time to address housing options for horses that will live outside this winter.

A research team found that in young horses, as heart rate increased performance quality decreased.
The grant allowed ReRun to launch its “Transitioning off-the-track Thoroughbreds” project.

David Hood, DVM, PhD, discussed effective methods for pinpointing laminitis pain and NSAIDs to control it.
Topics include foaling emergencies, equine strangles, hind limb lameness, and diagnosing neurologic horses.
The 8-year-old Pennsylvania-bred Thoroughbred gelding was retired from racing in September.

One experiment showed a trend suggesting it was possible, but another refuted that evidence.
The Thoroughbred retirement facility received a $50,000 grant from the ASPCA earlier this week.
Ensure vehicles are ready for winter driving and maintain them according to manufacturer recommendations.
McCoy’s research investigates genetic risk factors for the development of osteochondrosis (OC).

Rebecca explores more best practices related to barn fire prevention and response.
Pfizer will continue the Matching Challenge with another $25,000 pledge to match donations in 2012.
More than 8,100 rescued and retired horses have been vaccinated against dangerous diseases by the UCVRC.

Conventional saddles were much more effective in distributing pressure evenly over the horse’s back.
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