Social Media Scenes: Hurricanes and Horses
The Horse Staff
September 8, 2017
Hurricanes Harvey and Irma are bringing equestrians together to ensure horse safety as Mother Nature takes a toll.
Hurricanes Harvey and Irma are bringing equestrians together to ensure horse safety as Mother Nature takes a toll.
Some have evacuated and others are ready to shelter horses in place ahead of Irma’s heavy rains and tropical winds.
An early morning barn fire claimed the lives of more than 20 show horses in Alabama earlier this week.
Participating retailers around the world will be offering discounts on helmets on these dates.
Of the 263 respondents, 137 (52%) said they have an evacuation plan for their horses in case of a natural disaster.
Officials are seeking opinions on the possible introduction of mandatory identification for horses in that state.
Two researchers with laminitis-related projects received funding.
Lecture topics will include anesthesia, eye emergencies, sports medicine, biosecurity, foaling problems, and more.
The 26-year-old Thoroughbred gelding, who resided at Old Friends, was euthanized Aug. 31 due to chronic laminitis.
The AAEP Foundation’s $10,000 grant marks its seventh year of support for Operation Gelding.
The events, covering a variety of topics, will take place around Tennessee throughout September and October.
The BLM plans to gather horses from the Great Divide Basin, Salt Wells Creek, and Adobe Town herd management areas.
Flooding continues to challenge Texas horse owners while those in Louisiana prepare to cope with the storm’s rain.
Veterinarians and researchers are on an ongoing mission to reduce the number of racehorse injuries and deaths during racing and training.
At its Aug. 21 meeting at Del Mar Turf Club, in Del Mar, California, the Racing Medication and Testing Consortium (RMTC) board approved the immediate
Of the 755 respondents, 209 (28%) said foot-related lameness is their biggest equine lameness concern.
Stay on top of the most recent Horse Health news with
