SAU Horse Theft, Killing Case to Proceed in Oklahoma - May 16, 2012
An Oklahoma judge has ruled that the case against a woman accused of stealing five horses belonging to the rodeo team at Southern Arkansas University (SAU) last year will go forward.... Full Story

How Congress Impacts Horse Showing - May 16, 2012
A notable example of federal policy directly impacting horse shows is the amount of funding the USDA receives to prepare for and respond to contagious equine disease outbreaks.... Full Story

Florida Man Charged in Horse Shootings - May 16, 2012
Sheriff's Department personnel discovered two horses that appeared to have been shot in the head. Richard Owen was subsequently arrested and charged with animal cruelty and carrying a concealed firearm.... Full Story

Equine Identification: Free Webinar - May 15, 2012
Join TheHorse.com and presenter Monty McInturff, DVM, for a free webinar detailing why equine identification is vital to horse owners, government officials, breed registries, and veterinarians.... Full Story

23 Cases of Atypical Myopathy Diagnosed in Spring 2012 - May 15, 2012
A notice from the Atypical Myopathy Alert Group indicates 18 cases have been identified in France, four in Great Britain, and one in New Zealand.... Full Story

TRF Directors Seek Dismissal of Lawsuit - May 15, 2012
In their filing, the TRF directors say the charges made in the May 3 lawsuit are without merit, and that the attorney general had access to information from the horse retirement program showing that the claims were without merit.... Full Story

Show Jumping Great Sapphire Retired - May 15, 2012
Sapphire, the 17-year-old Belgian Warmblood mare who carried McLain Ward (USA) to two Olympic Gold medals, has been retired from competition.... Full Story

New Jersey Anti-Slaughter Bill Advances - May 15, 2012
Lawmakers in New Jersey have advanced a bill that would ban the slaughter of horses and the sale of horsemeat for human consumption in that state.... Full Story

How to Feed an Orphan Foal - May 14, 2012
While raising and feeding an orphaned foal is something few caretakers ever hope to face, it's important to have a plan in place to ensure passive transfer of immunity and proper socialization.... Full Story

Equine Diagnostic Imaging Horse Course Archived - May 14, 2012
Kent Allen, DVM, discussed current options in diagnostic technology for lameness detection in horses, including MRI, bone scans, digital ultrasounds, digital radiographs, thermography, and the lameness locator.... Full Story

Equine Herpesvirus Confirmed in Colorado Horse - May 14, 2012
A horse in Douglas County, Colo., has tested positive for equine herpesvirus-1, according to a statement from the Colorado Department of Agriculture, and the facility at which the horse resided has been placed under quarantine.... Full Story

Equine Influenza Hits FEI Event at La Baule, France - May 14, 2012
Show officials removed two horses competing at the Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) Nations Cup show jumping event in La Baule, France, from the show grounds on May 11 after the animals tested positive for equine influenza.... Full Story

Australian Horse Owners: Prepare for 2012 Hendra Season - May 14, 2012
The Australian Veterinary Association is warning horse owners to take precautions against hendra virus as the season for the infection approaches.... Full Story

AVC to Offers Large Animal Emergency Rescue Course - May 13, 2012
The University of Prince Edward Island's Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) will be offering a Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue (TLAER) course for veterinarians, emergency responders, horse owners, and rescue organizations, July 5-7.... Full Story

Mass. State Officials: Vaccinate Horses Against WNV, EEE - May 13, 2012
With the mosquito season approaching, agricultural officials in Massachusetts are advising horse owners to take preventative measures to protect animals against mosquito-borne diseases like West Nile virus (WNV) and Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE).... Full Story

Exercise to Increase Insulin Sensitivity in Horses - May 13, 2012
Exercise carried out during turnout alone might not be enough to improve insulin sensitivity, but researchers found that moderate exercise increased insulin sensitivity in healthy horses, thus reducing insulin resistance risk.... Full Story

The Past, Present, and Future of Equine Deworming - May 12, 2012
Instead of treating all horses the same on a calendar-based schedule, parasitologists now recommend deworming based upon the each horse's needs. Owners can work with their veterinarians to collect manure and conduct fecal egg counts on each horse.... Full Story

NETRC Accepts 100th Retired Racehorse - May 12, 2012
In 2011, the organization achieved a 120% adoption rate by placing 30 Thoroughbreds in approved homes while maintaining an average herd size of 24. The Thoroughbred horses in its care are inspected regularly by the New Hampshire State Veterinarian.... Full Story

Study Evaluates Injectable Treatment for Tendon Injuries - May 12, 2012
Researchers are evaluating the safety of a new injectable treatment modality for equine SDFT injuries. Studies in human medicine show NEXT injections can increase tissue durability.... Full Story

The Latest in Diagnostic Imaging Modalities for Horses - May 11, 2012
Many imaging tools are used for equine lameness diagnosis and each serves a unique purpose. Knowing what insight MRI, radiography, ultrasonography, and other techniques offer can help owners better understand why vets recommend specific options.... Full Story

Equine Influenza Outbreak has FEI Competition on High Alert - May 11, 2012
Though influenza hasn't hit the showgrounds yet, riders and veterinarians have taken precautions to prevent disease spread, including a full veterinary inspection of each horse prior to entering the stables.... Full Story

Derby Winning Trainer O'Neill Facing Milkshaking Accusations - May 11, 2012
Thoroughbred racehorse trainer Doug O'Neill could face a suspension and fine stemming from a 2010 finding in California that a horse in his care had an elevated level of total carbon dioxide (TCO2) in his blood system.... Full Story

NSBA Announces Penalties for Horse Welfare Rule Violations - May 11, 2012
The NSBA Board voted unanimously to minimum penalties for confirmed cases of inhumane treatment of horses at NSBA-approved events.... Full Story

Leadership Changes at Va. Tech's Equine Medical Center - May 11, 2012
Nathaniel "Nat" White, DVM, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVS, of Leesburg, Va., has stepped down as director of Virginia Tech's Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center. David Hodgson, BVSc, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, FACSM has been named interim executive director.... Full Story

Diagnosing and Treating Ocular Keratitis in Horses - May 10, 2012
If not treated properly and promptly, the common equine eye disorder ocular keratitis (corneal inflammation) can have serious consequences for a horse's vision and lead to blindness. Here we review clinical signs, treatment options, and prognoses.... Full Story

International Movement of High-Performance Horses Discussed - May 10, 2012
As equestrian sport expands internationally, official rules and regulations for the import of high-performance sport horses into various countries should be improved and harmonized worldwide, an FEI official said.... Full Story

Suspected EHV-1 Reported in Tennessee - May 10, 2012
The Tennessee Department of Agriculture has received reports of suspected cases of equine herpesvirus (EHV-1) infection in horses that participated in the Bucksnort Trail Ride, held April 23-30 in Humphreys County.... Full Story

Reward Offered in Michigan Horse Cruelty Case - May 10, 2012
On May 2 an extremely malnourished horse was discovered lying on the side of the road after having been transported there. The animal was humanely euthanized due to its poor condition.... Full Story

Racing Medication Reform Advocacy Website Launched - May 10, 2012
The Jockey Club and the Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association (TOBA) May 10 announced the launch of an advocacy website--cleanhorseracing.org--that is dedicated to the reform of horse racing medication rules.... Full Story

Possibility of Gluten Sensitivity in Horses Examined - May 09, 2012
Because the exact cause of inflammatory small bowel disease (a disorder that causes malabsorption and maldigestion) in horses remains unknown, a group of researchers tested whether gluten intolerance could be a contributing factor of the disease.... Full Story

Person of Interest in SAU Horse Theft, Killing Case Arrested - May 09, 2012
Law enforcement authorities in Florida have arrested an Arkansas man wanted for questioning in connection with the death of a rodeo horse stolen from the Southern Arkansas University (SAU) campus last year.... Full Story

Rick Mitchell, DVM, MRCVS, Appointed to AHC Board - May 09, 2012
Mitchell has been involved in national and international equine competitions as both a rider and veterinarian. This summer's Olympic Games in London will mark his fifth visit to the Olympics as an attending veterinarian for the U.S. Equestrian Team.... Full Story

Cause of California Police Horse Death Probed - May 09, 2012
More than a dozen horses belonging to the California Highway Patrol (CHP) and other agencies are in quarantine while investigators work to determine what killed a CHP Mounted Patrol Unit horse earlier this week.... Full Story

Boehringer Ingelheim Calls for Proposals on Pigeon Fever - May 09, 2012
Veterinarians, diagnosticians, and public and private researchers in the United States and Canada are eligible to submit proposals for research programs that help advance the diagnosis, treatment, and understanding of pigeon fever.... Full Story

The Top 7 Things to Know about Equine Recurrent Uveitis - May 08, 2012
Understanding equine recurrent uveitis (ERU, or moon blindness) can help horse owners spot this eye condition early, giving the horse a better chance of recovery and preserved sight.... Full Story

KHRC to Discuss, But Not Vote on, Salix Plan - May 08, 2012
The Kentucky Horse Racing Commission (KHRC) confirmed it will discuss but not take final action May 16 on a proposal for the three-year phase-out of race-day furosemide in graded and listed stakes.... Full Story

Research on Stem Cell Treatment in Horses Shows Promise - May 08, 2012
The peer reviewed literature contains a substantial number of scientific studies performed in the laboratory, but there are few clinical reports showing improved outcomes following stem cell treatment, especially in horses.... Full Story

Horse Breeder Crundwell Pleads Not Guilty to Fraud Charge - May 08, 2012
Crundwell is accused of embezzling more than $53 million from the small Illinois town she worked for. She had served as the city comptroller since the 1980s.... Full Story

SUNY Cobleskill to Host Equine Week, June 4-8 - May 08, 2012
Topics of discussion will include behavior, anatomy, common diseases and treatments, reproduction, safe handling, and health care management of horses.... Full Story

Ask the Vet LIVE: Common Equine Skin Conditions, May 17 - May 07, 2012
Veterinarians will answer your questions on topics including skin allergies, pruritus (itching), hair loss, growths, and more on May 17 at 8:00 p.m. EDT.... Full Story

Kentucky Derby Contender Take Charge Indy to Have Surgery - May 07, 2012
The colt sustained a long pastern chip fracture during Saturday's Kentucky Derby.... Full Story

Crisis Communication Planning Resources for Equestrians - May 07, 2012
If not managed well, a catastrophic occurrence and the resulting news or social media exposure can cause nearly irreparable damage to a horse business, event, or brand.... Full Story

FEI to Add GABA, Hydroxy-GABA to Prohibited Substance List - May 07, 2012
The United States Equestrian Federation banned the use of GABA, an inhibitory neurotransmitter, in February following documented adverse reactions in horses.... Full Story

Horse Rescuer Sues Suffolk Co. SPCA over Rights Violations - May 07, 2012
The operator of a New York equine rescue organization has filed a federal lawsuit accusing the Suffolk County, N.Y., Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) of illegally exercising police power and violating her civil rights.... Full Story

Register for British Equine Veterinary Association Congress - May 06, 2012
The scientific program is spread over three days, with five in-depth programs running concurrently in five separate lecture halls, catering for veterinarians and veterinary nurses at every level.... Full Story

Arkansas Man Charged in Equine Cruelty Case - May 06, 2012
An Arkansas man is facing felony cruelty charges for allegedly tying a horse to a tree for weeks without access to food or water.... Full Story

Understanding Hay Analysis Results - May 06, 2012
Because forages should make up the greatest portion of the horse's diet, performing a hay analysis is a simple tool to evaluate the nutritional value of hay and ensure a properly balanced ration.... Full Story

Weather's Effect on Equine Influenza Transmission Studied - May 05, 2012
Researchers determined horses were more likely to get infected with equine influenza on days when relative humidity was low and less likely to get infected on days when the maximum daily air temperature was 68 to 77 degrees Fahrenheit.... Full Story

Regulatory Veterinarian Checks in Horse Racing - May 05, 2012
For the industry's hallmark races, such as the Kentucky Derby, regulatory veterinarians begin serial examinations a week out. They must complete two exams in the prior week, but most examine horses every other day for the penultimate week.... Full Story

I'll Have Another Wins 138th Kentucky Derby - May 05, 2012
J. Paul Reddam's I'll Have Another ran past a freewheeling Bodemeister in deep stretch to win the May 5 Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) by 1 1/2 lengths. Meanwhile, Take Charge Indy will be sent for radiographs next week.... Full Story

Effects of Food Deprivation on Horses' Cardiac Function - May 04, 2012
Researchers at the University of California, Davis, found that withholding a horse's feed reduced his heart rate and increased his frequency of second-degree atrioventricular block (AVB,when the heart "misses" a beat).... Full Story

Know When to Vaccinate Foals for Best Protection - May 04, 2012
The AAEP recommends vaccinating the newborn foal for tetanus, Eastern/Western equine encephalomyelitis, rabies, and West Nile virus. Most vaccination schedules begin when the foal is four to six months old.... Full Story

HBO's 'Luck' Faces New Equine Welfare Complaints - May 04, 2012
Wendy Wegner, PETA spokeswoman, said that information provided by a whistle-blower, including emails and memos from the American Humane Association, prompted the filing of the two complaints.... Full Story

New York Attorney General Sues TRF - May 04, 2012
New York's attorney general is accusing directors of one of the nation's top charities in rescuing retired racehorses of driving the group into financial insolvency and causing the harm, and death, of some Thoroughbreds under their care.... Full Story

Review of Horse Deaths at 2012 Grand National Complete - May 04, 2012
One BHA official said, "It was apparent that factors one could neither have foreseen nor prevented were prevalent in the events that led to the two horses sustaining their injuries."... Full Story

Equine Gait Abnormalities as a Diagnostic Tool - May 03, 2012
One veterinarian shares case studies of gait abnormalities and lamenesses that indicate a variety of health problems, including stringhalt, locked stifle, muscle tears, nerve damage, and more.... Full Story

N.M. Governor to USDA: Deny Horse Processing Plant Permit - May 03, 2012
Gov. Martinez seeks the denial on grounds that New Mexicans oppose the slaughter of horses for human consumption, that there is no domestic market for horsemeat, and that the horse slaughter process is inhumane.... Full Story

Race-Day Drugs, Regulation Discussed by Panel - May 03, 2012
A panel discussed race-day Furosemide (Salix/Lasix) use in Thoroughbreds on the first day of the University of Kentucky Equine Law Conference.... Full Story

Feds Seek Forfeiture of Crundwell Horses - May 03, 2012
More than 300 Quarter Horses belonging to Rita Crundwell, who allegedly stole more than $53 million from a small Illinois town, could become government property if a civil court grants federal prosecutors' request that she forfeit the animals.... Full Story

Kentucky Derby 2012: 20 to Start on May 5 - May 03, 2012
Post time for the 138th Run for the Roses is slated for 6:24 p.m. EDT. NBC will offer three hours of Derby coverage from 4-7 p.m.... Full Story

Uterine Therapy Options in Broodmares - May 02, 2012
Treatment goals for sub- or infertile broodmares includes eliminating pathogenic organisms, uterine inflammation, and uterine fluid if present, and reducing the size of the uterus if enlarged.... Full Story

Two N.M. Horses Test Positive for Vesicular Stomatitis - May 02, 2012
Two horses in Otero County, N.M., tested positive for the reportable disease vesicular stomatitis on April 30, according to New Mexico State Veterinarian Dave Fly, DVM.... Full Story

Key Veterinary Issues Covered at 2012 FEI Sports Forum - May 02, 2012
Key issues covered included changes to the 2013 FEI Veterinary Regulations, blood during competition, international movement of horses, cloning and progeny of clones.... Full Story

DOL Withdraws Proposed Child Labor Rules on Farms - May 02, 2012
The proposed rule would have effectively barred employees under the age of 16 from working in most capacities in agriculture, especially around livestock, such as horses.... Full Story

UMD Offers Horse Ownership Week Education Opportunities - May 02, 2012
In celebration of Responsible Horse Ownership Week, taking place May 14-20, the University of Maryland (UMD) Extension is presenting five educational opportunities for current and potential horse owners.... Full Story

Managing Equine Foot Problems - May 01, 2012
The first step to successfully managing an equine foot problem is to attain an accurate diagnosis. Once a veterinarian reaches a diagnosis, he or she can develop an appropriate treatment and management plan.... Full Story

FEI Introduces Veterinary Identification Cards - May 01, 2012
The new system, which comes into effect on June 1, requires competitors' private veterinarians, team veterinarians, and treating veterinarians to pass the online exam based on the relevant FEI regulations.... Full Story

BLM Offers $10,000 Reward in Mustang, Burro Shooting Deaths - May 01, 2012
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is hoping the offer of a $10,000 reward will lead to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the deaths of multiple wild mustangs and burros this year.... Full Story

New York Man Accused of Shooting Neighbor's Horses - May 01, 2012
An ivestigation revealed that Lauren McMaster allegedly used a 12-gauge shotgun to fatally shoot the six horses that "repeatedly wandered" on to his property.... Full Story

New York Taking Public Comments on Salix Use in Racehorses - May 01, 2012
Salix is a medication used to prevent exercise-induced pulmonary hemorrhaging, more commonly known as bleeding. The drug has come under fire in the past year for a variety of reasons.... Full Story

Horse Gaits: Sound Doesn't Equal Symmetrical - April 30, 2012
Results from new three-dimensional studies of the angular motions of horses' legs suggest that most sound horses' movements differ depending on the direction they travel on a circle.... Full Story

Botulism Outbreak Suspected in Maine Horse Deaths - April 30, 2012
Samples from baleage and round bale hay supplies found at the property are being tested for the presence of C. botulinum, botulism's causative agent.... Full Story

Heart Problems Claim Thoroughbred Stallion Dynaformer - April 30, 2012
Dynaformer was pensioned after suffering an aortic valve rupture the afternoon of April 14 while in his stall. An ultrasound performed the following day revealed several holes in Dynaformer's heart as a result of the cardiac event.... Full Story

Authorities Seek Virginia Horse Slasher - April 30, 2012
Sometime between 9 p.m. on April 25 and 9 a.m. on April 26, someone attacked the animals with a sharp instrument. All three horses sustained cuts requiring veterinary treatment; however, none of the wounds appeared life-threatening.... Full Story

Congress Hears Race-Day Medication Testimony from Industry - April 30, 2012
The witnesses--including Thoroughbred owners, trainers, and former jockeys--all told the Congress members that they don't believe race-day medication has a place in Thoroughbred racing.... Full Story

'War Horse' Helps OEF Members Support Equine Welfare - April 29, 2012
From now until June 30, $10 from every ticket OEF members purchase to attend the theatrical rendition of War Horse at the Princess of Wales Theater, located in Toronto, will be donated to the new Equine Guelph-OEF 'War Horse' Welfare Education Fund.... Full Story

Bladder, Urachus, and Umbilicus Problems in Neonatal Foals - April 29, 2012
Neonatal foals might be small in stature, but they can develop big problems needing immediate veterinary attention, such as those surrounding the bladder, urachus, and umbilicus which can be life-threatening if not diagnosed and treated promptly.... Full Story

Rolex 2012: No Serious Cross-Country Injuries Reported - April 29, 2012
Parker, the horse vanned off yesterday's cross-country course, rested comfortably last night and has no serious injuries, said FEI Veterinary Delegate Catherine Kohn, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM.... Full Story

Fox-Pitt Wins at 2012 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event - April 29, 2012
On Parklane Hawk, William Fox-Pitt of Great Britain (45.3 penalties) won the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, presented by Bridgestone, for the second time in three years. His prizes include the signature Rolex watch and $80,000 in prize money.... Full Story

UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Elizabeth M. Woodward - April 28, 2012
Woodward has focused her research on endometrial inflammation after breeding. She is working toward her doctorate under the supervision of Mats Troedsson, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACT, director of the Gluck Center.... Full Story

Texas Joins Retired Racehorse Group TAKE2 - April 28, 2012
The Texas horsemen's group, The Paddock Foundation, a benevolence arm of the Texas Thoroughbred Association, stepping up to help fund TAKE2 classes for five horse shows in the Lone Star State this year.... Full Story

Study: Nanoparticles to Deliver Therapy for Heaves in Horses - April 28, 2012
Scientists are applying nanoscale molecule research in human allergy suppression to horses with heaves. The results are promising, they report.... Full Story

Fox-Pitt Jumps Into the Lead at 2012 Rolex Kentucky - April 28, 2012
William Fox-Pitt of Great Britain guided Parklane Hawk to a faultless cross-country round to take over the lead in the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, presented by Bridgestone, with a score of 41.3.... Full Story

UK's Lawrence Receives Distinguished Service Professorship - April 27, 2012
Laurie Lawrence, PhD, professor in the department of animal and food sciences at UK, was recently awarded the Provost's Distinguished Service Professorship, which honors a high level of achievement in contributions to academic disciplines.... Full Story

UK Launching Study of Equine-Guided Leadership in Nurses - April 27, 2012
The University of Kentucky's (UK) Center for Leadership Development will launch a six-month pilot study in May to assess if Equine Guided Leadership Education is effective at developing the emotional intelligence of nurses at UK's Chandler Hospital.... Full Story

Medication Issues Dominate Racing Conference - April 27, 2012
The use and possible abuse of therapeutic medications will be dominating the discussions throughout the 78th annual Conference on Racing and Wagering Integrity under way in Oklahoma City, Okla.... Full Story

Fertilization and Early Pregnancy Loss in Mares - April 27, 2012
Early pregnancy loss is widely associated with a mare's age, followed by embryo, oviductal, uterine, or endocrine factors, one researcher said.... Full Story

Lawmakers, Celebrities Urge Anti-Slaughter Bill Passage - April 27, 2012
Celebrities and animal welfare group representatives joined lawmakers this week to urge congressional passage of twin bills that would prohibit the transport of horses across state and international borders to be processed for human consumption.... Full Story

Grayson-Jockey Club Funds Vaccination Immune Response Study - April 26, 2012
This project will evaluate NSAIDs' effect on a horse's ability to benefit from a commercial influenza vaccine. The results will help veterinarians and horse owners make more informed decisions regarding NSAID use when vaccinating.... Full Story

Gluck Releases Third Research Report - April 26, 2012
The 2011 Research Report focuses on the University of Kentucky Maxwell H. Gluck Equine Research Center faculty's research accomplishments and scientific publications during the 2011 calendar year.... Full Story

Tendon Lesions in Horses: Treatment and Prognosis - April 26, 2012
One researcher explained that any laceration located below the elbow or stifle has the potential to damage a major tendon and, thus, put the horse at risk for "crippling lameness."... Full Story

Rabies Confirmed in Florida Horse - April 26, 2012
Although affected horses are sometimes asymptomatic, an infected horse can show behavioral changes such as drowsiness, depression, fear, or aggression. Once clinical signs appear, there are no treatment options.... Full Story

Horse Council Sets National Issues Forum - April 26, 2012
The forum will address marketing initiatives for the equine industry as well as changes in federal advocacy, including reliance on social media.... Full Story

Three-Day Eventing Horse Inspections - April 25, 2012
Horse inspections are designed to evaluate the horse's "fitness to compete" in the competition ahead; they're not designed to be as in-depth as the first veterinary examination at an event or as a typical soundness or prepurchase examination.... Full Story

Lawsuit Challenges AQHA Cloned Horse Registration Policy - April 25, 2012
The complaint asks the court to order the AQHA to remove Rule 227(a)--which prohibits the registration of cloned horses or their offspring--on grounds that the ban violates antitrust laws.... Full Story

RMTC Discusses Racing Medications, Names Interim Director - April 25, 2012
Items discussed included updates on RMTC-funded drug administration studies and the research being conducted under the RMTC-funded post-doctoral program, future research efforts, and current threats to racing integrity, including clenbuterol.... Full Story

Gluck Center Researchers to Speak at KER Conference - April 25, 2012
Martin Nielsen, DVM, PhD, Dipl. EVPC, assistant professor at the University of Kentucky Gluck Equine Research Center, and Amanda Adams, PhD, assistant professor at the Gluck Center, will speak at the 18th Kentucky Equine Research Conference.... Full Story

Kentucky Derby Hopeful Receives Shock Wave Therapy - April 25, 2012
I'll Have Another, a hopeful for this year's Kentucky Derby, has been automatically placed on the veterinarian's list in California after undergoing shock wave therapy on his back, which reportedly has a tendency to "tighten up a little."... Full Story

Domestic Equids Can Still 'Chill' Like Their Ancestors - April 24, 2012
Recent study results indicate horses can still slow their body processes to conserve energy when food is short and temperatures are cold, an important survival tactic for their wild ancestors.... Full Story

Ask the Vet LIVE: Upper Respiratory Podcast Archived - April 24, 2012
The recording of TheHorse.com's Ask the Vet LIVE event on the horse's upper respiratory tract from April 19, 2012, is now available below.... Full Story

Prevention and Management to Protect Against Strangles - April 24, 2012
As competition season approaches, it is important to remember that strangles is a highly infectious disease that can have severe consequences for horses. Understanding what it is, how it is spread, and treatment options is crucial for caretakers.... Full Story

Montana Barn Fire Claims 19 Horses - April 24, 2012
The blaze broke out just after 5 a.m. on April 23. All 19 horses residing in the 20,000 square foot barn perished.... Full Story

Congress Sets Hearing on Health, Safety in Horse Racing - April 24, 2012
The hearing is titled "A Review of Efforts to Protect the Health of Jockeys and Horses in Horseracing." The last congressional hearing on horse racing was held in June 2008 and dealt with similar issues, including equine medication.... Full Story

Understanding Breeding Soundness Exams for Stallions - April 23, 2012
When assessing a stallion for breeding purposes, one researcher recommended starting with a detailed case history and general physical examination, followed by a thorough genitalia assessment and analysis of the horse's libido and semen.... Full Story

Pennsylvania's First Case of WNV in 2012 Confirmed - April 23, 2012
Entomologists are predicting that weather conditions could make this a particularly heavy mosquito season, and a two-pronged approach of vaccination and management is the most successful way to avoid the disease, one veterinarian said.... Full Story

2011 Horse of the Year Havre de Grace Injured, Retired - April 23, 2012
Larry Bramlage, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVS, examined the mare on April 23 and diagnosed her with desmitis of the lateral middle distal sesamoidean ligament, a branch of the suspensory apparatus that functions to prevent fetlock hyperextension.... Full Story

April Wild Horse, Burro Advisory Board Meeting to be Webcast - April 23, 2012
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) National Wild Horse and Burro Advisory Board meeting April 23-24 in Reno, Nev., can be viewed online via webcast.... Full Story

Registration Open for AAEP Hind Limb Lameness Seminar - April 23, 2012
Registration is now open for the American Association of Equine Practitioners' (AAEP) two-for-one summer educational meetings: "Focus on Hindlimb Lameness" and the Business Education Workshop.... Full Story

UHC's Operation Gelding Program Assists 32 Horses in March - April 22, 2012
With the help of the Kentucky Horse Council, the Santa Rosa County Horse Assistance Council, and the All American Miniature Horse Club, the UHC was able to assist 32 stallions in just 15 days. Operation Gelding has castrated 406 stallions to date.... Full Story

RVC Receives Life-Size Horse Model for Student Teaching - April 22, 2012
The presentation of the horse was followed by a tour of the Equine Diagnostic Centre, which allowed the visitors to see digital radiograph (X ray) equipment and view the computed tomography (CT) scanner, which allows a standing horse to be examined.... Full Story

Feed Tags: Four Components to Evaluate - April 22, 2012
When reading a feed tag, every horse manager should fully understand the purpose statement, guaranteed analysis, list of ingredients, and directions for use.... Full Story

KHC Seeking Information on Equine Tornado Victims - April 21, 2012
The Kentucky Horse Council is seeking information about horses that were killed or injured during the deadly tornado outbreak that swept through the commonwealth in March.... Full Story

Countdown to London 2012 Olympic Games Enters Final 100 Days - April 21, 2012
Two hundred riders and horses will be competing in jumping, dressage, and three-day eventing at Greenwich Park, the iconic venue for the equestrian events at the heart of the Games. The Games will take place July 27 through August 12.... Full Story

Genomic Research for Equine Performance Indicators - April 21, 2012
A team of French researchers might be hot on the trail to genomic evaluation of performance--even if that trail seems slow and winding--one researcher said at a recent research conference.... Full Story

Exercise-Induced Inflammation and Injury in Racehorses - April 20, 2012
After evaluating exercise=induced inflammation in young racehorses and a nutritional supplement's effect on inflammation, one researcher it could be possible to identify horses at-risk for injury.... Full Story

Single Layer Centrifugation Benefits in Horse Breeding - April 20, 2012
There's a simple artificial insemination technique that could help address some very common breeding problems: single layer centrifugation (SLC). A recent review on the topic identified some of the procedure's benefits.... Full Story

Calif. State Veterinarian Recommends Equine WNV Vaccinations - April 20, 2012
In 2011, 15 horses in California were confirmed positive for WNV; four of those 15 were euthanized. None of the euthanized horses were vaccinated against the disease.... Full Story

Equine Guelph Introduces Equine Welfare Certificate Program - April 20, 2012
Made up of six online courses, this program has been designed to engage students who have a passion for making a better world for equids, and will examine the biological and emotional factors that affect a horse's quality of life.... Full Story

KHC Supports Gelding Clinic at Kentucky Horse Park - April 20, 2012
In an effort to help responsible horse owners manage herd populations and breed responsibly, the Kentucky Horse Council (KHC), in partnership with the Kentucky Horse Park and the Unwanted Horse Coalition, offered a low-cost geld clinic on March 10.... Full Story

Evidence-Based Equine Sarcoid Treatments Reviewed - April 19, 2012
While there are many sarcoid treatment options available, no modality is 100% effective for curing these common equine tumors. One researcher recently reviewed the strategies and noted that no matter the vet's approach, it must be aggressive.... Full Story

Horse Breeder Accused of Misappropriating $30 Million - April 19, 2012
Rita Crundwell, a high-profile breeder of champion Quarter Horses, is facing federal charges for allegedly misappropriating millions of dollars in municipal funds while serving as comptroller for a small town in Illinois.... Full Story

Pigeon Fever in Horses Update - April 19, 2012
The Texas Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory obtained more than 350 positive cultures for Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis in 2011 compared with less than 100 cases each year from 2005-2010.... Full Story

BLM Selects Wild Horse Ecosanctuary Location for Analysis - April 19, 2012
The BLM will conduct an environmental analysis of the proposal under the provisions of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 to assess the environmental, economic, social, and other effects of the proposed ecosanctuary.... Full Story

Understanding Breeding Soundness Exams for Mares - April 18, 2012
One researcher explained that the purpose a breeding soundness exam is to determine the probability of a mare conceiving and carrying a foal, and determining the cause(s) of sub- or infertility.... Full Story

Tennessee Horse Processing Bill Stalled - April 18, 2012
Tennessee legislation intended to facilitate private sector horse processing development in that state has been put on hold by its sponsor.... Full Story

Governor Against N.M. Horse Processing Plant Inspections - April 18, 2012
While the owner of a New Mexico meat processing plant awaits USDA approval to begin processing horses for human consumption, that state's governor says she will ask the agency to deny placement of federal inspectors at the plant.... Full Story

Atlantic Veterinary College Purchases Veterinary CT Scanner - April 18, 2012
The University of Prince Edward Island's Atlantic Veterinary College has purchased a computed tomography (CT) scanner for use in both large and small animals, including horses.... Full Story

Horse Industry Impacted by Changes to H-2B Visa Program - April 18, 2012
The H-2B program is used by members of the horse industry, principally horse trainers and owners who cannot find American workers to fill semi-skilled jobs at racetracks, horse shows, fairs, and in similar non-agricultural activities.... Full Story

Ultrasound Beats X Rays for Identifying Articular Lesions - April 17, 2012
Researchers reviewed records of 432 lesions in 254 joints on 137 horses and identified 83% of the lesions via ultrasonography and identified only 62.2% of the lesions using radiography.... Full Story

Proposed Kentucky Race Day Salix Ban Fails - April 17, 2012
An effort to make Kentucky the first jurisdiction to ban the anti-bleeder medication furosemide for racing purposes failed when the KHRC voted 7-7 not to approve a recommendation that would have phased out the medication over a three-year period.... Full Story

ASPCA Grants $100,000 to Wild Horse Fertility Control - April 17, 2012
The ASPCA announced a $100,000 grant to the Science and Conservation Center in Billings, Mont., to construct the Henry Bergh Training Annex to train professionals in administering fertility control to wild horses.... Full Story

Neglect Charges Dismissed Against Oregon Horse Breeder - April 17, 2012
The District Attorney in Wallowa County, Ore., has dismissed charges against a breeder of Portuguese Lusitano and Andalusian horses accused last year of maltreating more than 100 horses at her farm.... Full Story

Mich. State Graduate Student Honored for EIPH Research - April 17, 2012
Alice Stack, MVB, Dipl. ACVIM, of Michigan State University is researching exercise-induced pulmonary hemorrhage (EIPH) with Fred Derksen, DVM, and Ed Robinson, BVetMed, PhD, MRCVS.... Full Story

Free Webinar on EPM Case Studies, April 26 - April 16, 2012
Join TheHorse.com and presenter Stephen Reed, DVM, Dipl. ACVIM, of Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital in Lexington, Ky., who will discuss his firsthand experiences with EPM through in-depth case studies on April 26 at 8:00 p.m. EDT.... Full Story

Two Horses Euthanized at 2012 Grand National Steeplechase - April 16, 2012
Two horses competing in Great Britain's famed Grand National steeplechase were euthanized after sustaining serious injuries during the race, which was held April 14 at Aintree Racecourse near Liverpool, England.... Full Story

Reward Offered in BLM Mustang Slayings - April 16, 2012
The BLM is offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of whoever is responsible for the fatal shooting of two wild horses discovered dead in the Newland Reservoir area in northeastern Lassen County, Calif.... Full Story

W.Va. Racing Regulators Allow Action in Slaughter Cases - April 16, 2012
Revised regulations adopted by the West Virginia Racing Commission (WVRC) would allow the agency to take action against permit holders found to have knowingly sold a horse for slaughter. The regulations also allow for action in cases of horse abuse.... Full Story

Arson Ruled Out as Cause of Deadly Illinois Barn Fire - April 16, 2012
Forty horses were contained in the barn at the time of the blaze. Of those, 18 were killed in fire. The McHenry County Animal Control personnel and volunteers rescued the remaining 22.... Full Story