Survey: Majority Opposes Horse Processing - February 03, 2012
The majority of American voters oppose the slaughter of horses for human consumption according to results of a survey released by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) earlier this week.... Full Story

Steel Pier Horse Diving Plan Draws Criticism - February 03, 2012
On Feb. 1, Steel Pier owners announced that the horse diving attraction would become one of the venue's entertainment attractions this summer. The horses that will be used in the act are currently in training.... Full Story

British Showjumping Implements Microchip Rule - February 03, 2012
The rule states, "Effective from April 1, 2012, all newly registered horses and ponies competing in national competitions must be microchipped." The change was announced in late January.... Full Story

New Bolton Center Announces New Lecture Schedule - February 03, 2012
Upcoming topics include suspensory ligament disease, moon blindness, headshaking syndrome, metabolic disease, airway surgery, and ocular cancer.... Full Story

Repairing Jaw Fractures in the Field (AAEP 2011) - February 02, 2012
Nobody wants to find their horse with a bloody mouth, displaced teeth, and broken, displaced jaw bones. But despite their ghastly appearance most jaw fractures can be repaired relatively easily in a field setting.... Full Story

Northern Ireland Drafts Equine Welfare Codes - February 02, 2012
A key change in the 2011 Act is that action can now be taken by authorities to prevent a horse from suffering. Under the current legislation from the previous act, action can only be taken "after suffering has occurred," the spokesman told The Horse.... Full Story

Pfizer and Hippolia Foundation Form Partnership - February 02, 2012
Pfizer Animal Health and The Hippolia Foundation have announced the formation of a strategic partnership to advance equine health through research and educational programs.... Full Story

UK's Gluck Equine Research Center Celebrates 25 Years - February 02, 2012
The Gluck Center is the only scientific institute in the United States where virtually all faculty conduct full-time research in equine health and diseases.... Full Story

AAEP Foundation Seeking Case Submission for Laminitis Study - February 02, 2012
The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) Foundation is calling on veterinarians to volunteer information about naturally occurring cases of laminitis for the first study of The Laminitis Research Project.... Full Story

Drought Blamed for Spike in Pigeon Fever Cases - February 01, 2012
Anecdotally, veterinarians are saying they've seen as many cases in 2011 as they would see in five years or more, one state assistant veterinarian said.... Full Story

Biosecurity e-Session Date Announced by Equine Guelph - February 01, 2012
A two-week Equine Biosecurity e-Session will be available April 16 - 29 for $75 (plus HST) per person.... Full Story

Proper Use of Antibiotics for Uterine Infections (AAEP 2011) - February 01, 2012
One of the key factors in treating endometritis with antibiotic medications is to ensure that a bacterial infection that will respond to antibiotics is actually present.... Full Story

Colorado Lawmakers Nix Animal Abuser Registry Bill - February 01, 2012
A Colorado bill that would have established a registry for convicted animal abusers in that state has failed in committee.... Full Story

2012 Olympics: 23 Nations Qualify for Paralympic Games - February 01, 2012
Para-Dressage riders from 23 nations have qualified to take part in the London 2012 Paralympic Games. The qualification process, which began in October 2010, finished yesterday, Jan. 31. As the top three ranked teams at the Alltech F... Full Story

Equine Supplements and Nutritional Requirements (AAEP 2011) - January 31, 2012
Most equine diets more than adequately satisfy the nutritional needs of the 500-kg horse in light work. Substances that might be lacking are salt (sodium chloride) and possibly selenium in certain geographic areas.... Full Story

Colorado State Researchers Begin New EHV-1 Study - January 31, 2012
The study will look at how EHV-1 compromises the immune system immediately upon entering the "gate" of a horse's respiratory system--the airway and throat.... Full Story

ISES Releases Statement on Noseband Tightness - January 31, 2012
To ensure fairness and safeguard horse welfare, noseband tightness should be officially evaluated prior to equestrian competitions, according to the International Society for Equitation Science (ISES).... Full Story

UHC Operation Gelding Continues into 2012 - January 31, 2012
The Unwanted Horse Coalition's (UHC) Operation Gelding program continues into the new year with three additional clinics completed in November and December 2011 and three more on the schedule for March 2012.... Full Story

ELCR Awarded Dougherty Foundation Grant - January 31, 2012
The funds will be used to produce and disseminate materials that educate horsemen and women, horse farm and ranch owners, and the general public of the need for low impact, sustainable methods and practices in the use and management of horse lands.... Full Story

Hydrotherapy to Rehabilitate Injuries in Horses (AAEP 2011) - January 30, 2012
Hydrotherapy has several physiologic effects on horses, including increased cardiovascular fitness, changes in muscle activity throughout the body as compared to walking exercise, and increased muscle strength/tone with lower risk of injury.... Full Story

Feeding Starved or Malnourished Horses - January 30, 2012
Moderately starved and thin horses can usually regain body weight within 60-90 days. However severely starved horses might not recover fully for six to 10 months.... Full Story

Texans Ponder Drought's Long-Term Equine Impact - January 30, 2012
Drought conditions have been bearing down on Texas for more than a year. Now with little relief in sight, some rescue operators wonder how the persistent lack of rain will affect their missions and the future of the horse industry in that state.... Full Story

WCVM Research Survey Targets Cushing's Disease - January 30, 2012
The objective of the survey is to determine the prevalence of Cushing's disease worldwide. Previous surveys were only focused on the U.S. horse population.... Full Story

Rachel Alexandra to be Released from Hospital Jan. 30 or 31 - January 30, 2012
Rachel Alexandra is expected to return to Stonestreet Farm in Lexington, Ky., on Jan. 30 or 31 after being treated at Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital as a precautionary measure for pain management related to the Jan. 22 birth of a colt by Curlin.... Full Story

Researcher Receives Grant to Study 'Tiger Eye' in Paso Finos - January 29, 2012
Many horses have brown eyes, however the "tiger eye" iris color is a yellow-orange shade believed to be unique to Paso Finos and is considered a favorable trait.... Full Story

TRF Plans to Relocate 600 Horses to Ranch - January 29, 2012
The TRF announced Jan. 26 that it signed a non-binding letter of intent to relocate as many as 600 horses from facilities throughout the United States to the care of Thoroughbred breeder-owner Tom McKenna at his 45,000-acre Cucharas Ranch.... Full Story

Patella Infections in Foals Require Prompt Care (AAEP 2011) - January 29, 2012
Infection of the patella (equivalent to the knee cap in humans) is uncommon in foals, but when it happens can result in prolonged and severe stifle joint infection.... Full Story

Weed of the Month: White Snakeroot - January 28, 2012
This warm-season perennial is found frequently in shaded areas of pastures near streams or woods. It reaches a height of four to five feet.... Full Story

Rachel Alexandra, Foal Admitted to Hospital - January 28, 2012
According to a statement on Stonestreet Farm's website, the mare and foal were taken to the hospital "as a precautionary measure after her delivery for pain management related to the birth."... Full Story

Louisiana Horse Racing: Bute Threshold Level Change Slowed - January 28, 2012
A Louisiana Senate committee rejected an emergency rule approved by the Louisiana State Racing Commission (LSRC) to lower the testing threshold level for phenylbutazone (Bute) from 5 micrograms per milliliter to 2 micrograms.... Full Story

UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Stephen Coleman - January 28, 2012
Stephen Coleman completed his PhD in Veterinary Science at the University of Kentucky under the leadership of Jamie MacLeod, VMD, PhD, John S. and Elizabeth A. Knight chair and professor of veterinary science at the Gluck Equine Research Center.... Full Story

UK Study on Muscle Mass in Older Horses Under Way - January 27, 2012
Kristine Urschel, PhD, assistant professor in the University of Kentucky Department of Animal and Food Sciences, is working to understand why old age leads to the loss of muscle mass in horses.... Full Story

Breeding Soundness Exams for Stallions - January 27, 2012
With breeding season fast approaching, stallions should undergo breeding soundness exams before starting to breed mares, whether via artificial insemination or live cover.... Full Story

Oregon Authorities Seize Thoroughbred Horse Herd - January 27, 2012
A herd of allegedly maltreated Thoroughbred horses is in rehabilitative care after Sheriff's Department personnel in Crook County, Ore., seized the property on which they were residing.... Full Story

Reward Offered for Information on Colorado Horse Shootings - January 27, 2012
Law enforcement authorities in Colorado are hoping a cash reward will help them identify who is responsible for the shooting deaths of 13 horses last December.... Full Story

Federal Judge Declines to Prevent Nevada BLM Mustang Gathers - January 27, 2012
A U.S. District Court Judge has denied wild horse advocates' request to halt Bureau of Land Management (BLM) wild horse gathers in Nevada on grounds that the court cannot rule on BLM round-up conduct that has yet taken place.... Full Story

Efficacy of Manual Therapies on Back Pain (AAEP 2011) - January 26, 2012
With massages, chiropractic care, and other manual therapy approaches, one could say today's horses are living the high life. But how effective are these modalities in relieving back pain? According to one researcher, they can be very effective.... Full Story

California EHV-1: One New Case Confirmed - January 26, 2012
The new Orange County case brings the total to 16 cases. No new cases were reported in Riverside County.... Full Story

Thoroughbred Trainer Fined for Harassment of Veterinarian - January 26, 2012
A New York Thoroughbred trainer has been fined $500 by state regulators for verbally harassing a veterinarian and her assistant following a drug test on a horse last March at Belmont Park, located in Elmont.... Full Story

New Mexico Man Charged in Horse Thefts - January 26, 2012
Benny Padilla is facing multiple criminal charges for allegedly stealing 41 horses from multiple owners over a 12-month period.... Full Story

AHC: Connect with Congress on Equine Issues - January 26, 2012
It is important that we build relationships with our elected leaders in Washington and that they understand and appreciate the $102 billion horse industry's contribution to the economic, sporting and recreational sectors of the United States.... Full Story

Broodmares' Nutritional Needs During Late Gestation - January 25, 2012
Late-pregnancy mares need to be fed adequately so they are not undernourished, because the last few months of fetal development see the most growth, tissue accumulation, and weight gain.... Full Story

California EHV-1: One New Premises, Five New Cases Confirmed - January 25, 2012
Four additional cases of neurologic equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) on the index premises and one case on a premises in another county have been confirmed. The CDFA does not believe the two situations are related.... Full Story

AHC Explains Changes in Tax Benefits for Horse Owners - January 25, 2012
The 179 expense deduction applies to horses, farm equipment, and other depreciable property used in a business and permits a horse owner or breeder to write-off up to $125,000 in assets purchased and placed in service in one's horse business in 2012.... Full Story

Central Ky. County Agents Host 'Pastures Please!' Workshops - January 25, 2012
This year's program will focus on practical advice on pasture weed control, reducing parasite loads, and when to fertilize horse pastures in Kentucky.... Full Story

Thoroughbred Owner Issues Challenge to Benefit TRF - January 25, 2012
From Jan. 24 through Feb. 29, owner and breeder Paul Saylor will match any gift, of any size, to the "Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation Saylor Challenge," up to $50,000.00.... Full Story

Handling Dystocia on the Farm (AAEP 2011) - January 24, 2012
To successfully intervene in equine dystocia in a farm setting, an adequate understanding of normal parturition and knowledge of the causes of difficult birth are a necessity.... Full Story

California EHV-1: Euthanized Horse Necropsy Complete - January 24, 2012
A confirmed positive horse became recumbent and was euthanized on Jan. 18, 2012; the necropsy results indicate that it is highly unlikely that the recumbency was due to the (neurologic) EHV-1 infection.... Full Story

Blackburn Sentenced in Soring Case - January 24, 2012
Blackburn will serve probation, pay a fine, and write a detailed description of soring practices and their prevalence in the gaited horse community under a sentencing order issued by a federal judge on Jan. 23.... Full Story

Dates Set for 2012 KENA Networking Meetings - January 24, 2012
Topics to be covered include lameness causes, equine acupuncture, and building equine facilities. The meetings for 2012 kick off on March 15.... Full Story

NYTB Donates $10,000 to Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation - January 24, 2012
The board of directors of the New York Thoroughbred Breeders (NYTB) voted to donate $10,000 to the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation. Additionally, newly elected NYTB board member Michael Lischin added a $5,000 private donation.... Full Story

Equine Rhinitis in Respiratory Infection Cases (AAEP 2011) - January 23, 2012
In one study of nasal swabs from horses with acute respiratory disease, researchers found the 56% of horses were infected with influenza, 42% with equine rhinitis virus, and 24% were infected with both viruses.... Full Story

Thoroughbred Rachel Alexandra Delivers Colt by Curlin - January 23, 2012
Rachel Alexandra, 2009 Horse of the Year, gave birth Jan. 22 to a 125-pound colt by two-time Horse of the Year Curlin.... Full Story

MHIB Recognizes National Champion Pony Sire - January 23, 2012
The Maryland Horse Industry Board (MHIB) presented its January Touch of Class Award on Saturday (Jan. 21) to Blue Rain, the U.S. Equestrian Foundation's (USEF) National Champion Pony Sire from 2004 to 2011, during the Horse World Expo in Timonium.... Full Story

Deadly New Jersey Barn Fire Probed - January 23, 2012
Initial investigations revealed that 22 horses were stabled in the barn at the time of the fire, each of which was valued at between $10,000 and $60,000. All perished in the blaze.... Full Story

LSU Veterinary School Helps Care for Rescued Horses - January 23, 2012
The LSU veterinary school helped provide medical care for dozens of allegedly maltreated horses.... Full Story

UF Surgical Patient Turned into Model Horse - January 22, 2012
The stallion was a model patient at the University of Florida in 2008 and 2009 and is now being turned into a Breyer model horse.... Full Story

AQHA Adds to America's Horse Cares Grant Program - January 22, 2012
Beginning in 2012, an important addition will be made to the criteria for the America's Horse Cares grant program. The AHC grant program supplies funding for therapeutic horseback riding facilities that provide equine assisted activities an... Full Story

EQUUS Foundation Joins ELCR as Premier Conservation Partner - January 22, 2012
The Conservation Partners Program is a national membership program of organizations which play a critical role in ELCR's mission to educate the public about the immediate need to conserve land for equine-related activity.... Full Story

Bone Marrow-Derived Stem Cell Sources Compared (AAEP 2011) - January 22, 2012
Bone marrow aspiration site should depend on clinician preference since the cells of one site do not appear to be superior to the other, one research team concluded.... Full Story

Pennsylvania Horse Vet Charged with Sodomy - January 21, 2012
A Pennsylvania veterinarian is facing criminal charges in connection with the alleged sexual assault of a horse in Oklahoma. Oklahoma Veterinary Board Executive Director Cathy Kirkpatrick confirmed that Thomas Wilson, DVM, is accused... Full Story

Pa. Woman Accused of Selling Thoroughbreds to Slaughter - January 21, 2012
A Pennsylvania woman is facing multiple felony charges for allegedly promising to retrain and rehome four Thoroughbred horses then selling them for slaughter instead.... Full Story

PRP, Bone Marrow for Tendon/Ligament Injuries (AAEP 2011) - January 21, 2012
Researchers examined platelet-rich plasma (PRP) products derived from several body systems and acellular bone marrow aspirate (ABMA) for treating ligament and tendon injuries, however results were mixed, indicating more research is needed.... Full Story

Sporting Activity After Colic Surgery in Horses (AAEP 2011) - January 20, 2012
Historically there has been very little long-term data regarding colic surgery outcomes and very few reports address owner satisfaction. This recent study suggests most horses are able to successfully return to their prior athletic function.... Full Story

EHV-1 Confirmed in Ontario - January 20, 2012
One horse residing in Wellington County, Ontario, Canada, was euthanized after testing positive for the neurologic form of equine herpesvirus-1, according to a Jan. 19 alert from the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs.... Full Story

EHV-1 California Outbreak Increases to 11 Confirmed Cases - January 20, 2012
Two more cases of equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) have been confirmed today, with the two horses displaying a fever. This is in addition to the one case announced yesterday by the California... Full Story

EHV-1: What We Know and What We Learned (AAEP 2011) - January 20, 2012
The multistate equine herpesvirus outbreak in May 2011 illustrated the importance of infectious disease control in the equine community.... Full Story

"Colic in 3D: The Glass Horse" Lecture Scheduled - January 20, 2012
On Tuesday, Feb.7, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., the New Bolton Center will present "Colic in 3D: The Glass Horse."... Full Story

The Horse Trust Launches New Influenza Vaccination Policy - January 20, 2012
An increased risk of infection for the equine residents at the sanctuary has developed due to an increase in the number of outside events attended by resident horses, the admission of rescue cases, and the growing number of visitors to the sanctuary.... Full Story

Joint Lubrication and Injury Response (AAEP 2011) - January 19, 2012
It's difficult to improve upon the joint's normal response to injury, but that normal response often hinders performance. Thus, treatment goals should be to aid in performance without eliminating the joint's natural response to injury.... Full Story

California EHV-1: Case Total Rises to Nine - January 19, 2012
One new case of equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) has been confirmed and one horse has been euthanized in connection with the current outbreak in Orange County, Calif., according to a statement from the California Department of Food and Agriculture.... Full Story

S.C. Bill would Expand Equine Activity Liability Law - January 19, 2012
A proposed South Carolina bill would expand the state's existing equine liability law to include trail ride venue operators by requiring them to post signs warning riders that operators are not liable for equine activity-related injuries or death.... Full Story

Kentucky Panel Approves New Racing Medication Rules - January 19, 2012
An advisory panel to the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission has given final approval to changes in disciplinary measures and penalties for medication violations.... Full Story

Tennessee Horse Hauler Charged - January 19, 2012
A Tennessee man is facing multiple violations in connection with a rollover accident that killed three horses earlier this week.... Full Story

Kissing Spines: Common, But Not Career-Ending (AAEP 2011) - January 18, 2012
Kissing spines are more likely to cause clinical problems in certain breeds, disciplines, and ages, and some combinations of therapies can allow affected horses to successfully return to work with few or no ill effects.... Full Story

University of Calgary Seeking Participation in EHV-1 Study - January 18, 2012
The goal of the research is to identify factors associated with the outbreak in order to prevent and control outbreaks, particularly at horse shows or gatherings in the future.... Full Story

Three Additional EHV-1 Cases Confirmed in California - January 18, 2012
Three additional cases of equine herpesvirus-1 were confirmed in California over the weekend, bringing the total number of cases in the current outbreak to eight. Only one of the horses has displayed neurologic signs consistent with EHV-1 so far.... Full Story

Reward Offered in Georgia Horse Slashing Case - January 18, 2012
Law enforcement authorities in Georgia are hoping the offer of a $25,000 cash reward will lead them to whoever is responsible for killing a horse and injuring another residing on a Thomas County farm last month.... Full Story

Minnesota Horse Breeder Charged in Cruelty Case - January 18, 2012
A total of 17 of the 64 horses residing on an East Bethel ranch were removed in 2011.... Full Story

KHC Forms New All-Industry Advisory Council - January 18, 2012
The Kentucky Breeds & Discipline Council will ensure a direct link between the KHC and the equine industry.... Full Story

The Latest Insights into Managing Joint Disease in Horses - January 17, 2012
Traditional corticosteroid injections remain a mainstay in the treatment of joint-related lameness in horses, but adding topical anti-inflammatories, hyaluronic acid, and shock wave therapy strategically to the mix can be successful.... Full Story

TheHorse.com Nominated for Three ESMA Awards - January 17, 2012
Reader nominations landed TheHorse.com in the Top 10 in: Category 2--Best Use of Facebook, Category 8--Best Publication, and Category 13--Most Informative.... Full Story

Tennessee Trailer Rollover Accident Probed - January 17, 2012
Law enforcement authorities in Tennessee are investigating a tractor-trailer rollover accident that claimed the lives of three horses. At least two additional horses were injured.... Full Story

Person of Interest Sought in SAU Horse Theft Case - January 17, 2012
Law enforcement authorities at Southern Arkansas University are hoping the public can help them locate a person of interest connected to the theft of five horses from the school's stables last year.... Full Story

ASPCA Donates Funds to Feed Horses Impacted by Wildfires - January 17, 2012
The $15,000 will be used to buy feed for horses and cattle affected by disastrous wildfires in Montana. Early estimates are that 1,200 horses and cattle now have little or no feed.... Full Story

EHV-1 Inactivated Vaccine Efficacy Tested (AAEP 2011) - January 16, 2012
Veterinarians have demonstrated in past studies that the best available vaccines were somewhat effective in limiting nasal shedding, but they were only sometimes effective in preventing development of viremia.... Full Story

California EHV-1 Case Total Rises to Five - January 16, 2012
Most recently, on Jan. 13, two additional horses on the premises tested positive for the virus. All affected horses are quarantined on the property, and additional horses residing on the premises are being monitored for signs of disease.... Full Story

Major Equine Survey Planned for Kentucky - January 16, 2012
State and federal organizations are conducting a major survey of the equine population in Kentucky in the hope of developing plans to move the industry forward.... Full Story

Furosemide 'Myths' Discussed at HBPA Convention - January 16, 2012
Panelists gathered Jan. 14 for a National Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association (HBPA) forum said there is no scientific evidence supporting a ban on the use of furosemide on race day.... Full Story

Equine Welfare Advocates Issue Slaughter Argument Challenge - January 16, 2012
A pair of equine welfare advocates is offering $2,000 to anyone who can make a convincing argument in favor of reviving the horse processing industry in the United States.... Full Story

Commentary: Making a Difference with Equine Experience - January 15, 2012
Make a difference in someone's life by sharing your equine expertise and passion. That person will perhaps then make a world of difference to both horses and those who depend on them.... Full Story

Vets and Horse Owners Team Up for New Deworming Strategy - January 15, 2012
One veterinarian combined a barbecue and fecal egg testing to educate clients on a new deworming strategy.... Full Story

Persimmon Ingestion and Colic: A Retrospective Study - January 15, 2012
Consuming persimmons, while sometimes appealing to horses, can be deadly; its fibers and seeds can create an obstruction within the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, resulting in potentially serious impaction colic.... Full Story

CSU Names New Dean of CVMBS - January 14, 2012
Colorado State University (CSU) has announced that Mark Stetter, DVM, Dipl. ACZM, has been named dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (CVMBS).... Full Story

Biosecurity Can Help Prevent Spread of EHV-1 Infections - January 14, 2012
It's never too late to implement biosecurity protocol to help protect horses from potentially fatal diseases.... Full Story

Control Placentitis to Minimize Late-Term Abortion Chances - January 14, 2012
Veteran broodmares are at a higher risk of developing placentitis because they often have one or more anatomic defects in their reproductive tracts from previous foalings that allow bacteria easier access to the uterus via an incompetent cervix.... Full Story

Study Evaluates Improved Stored Processing Method - January 13, 2012
"We have shown that it is ... possible to improve sperm quality in AI doses that have been shipped to other studs, and that one can prolong the 'shelf-life' of the semen doses in this manner," the lead researcher explained.... Full Story

California Confirms Three Cases of Neurologic EHV-1 - January 13, 2012
Three cases of the neurologic form of equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) have been confirmed in Orange County, Calif. The horses are currently quarantined on their home premises and are receiving veterinary treatment.... Full Story

Virginia Horse Confirmed Positive for Rabies - January 13, 2012
A Virginia horse has tested positive for rabies, according to a report from the Martinsville Bulletin. Citing a Virginia Department of Health news release, the report said the horse lived in Patrick County, located near the North Carolina state line.... Full Story

Pennsylvania Draft Horse Death Probed - January 13, 2012
Agricultural authorities in Pennsylvania are hoping that a necropsy will reveal the cause of death of a Draft horse competing at the state's annual farm show in Harrisburg.... Full Story

ATA to Host International Horse Transport Conference - January 13, 2012
The conference will take place March 18-21 and will cover a wide variety of transport-related topics.... Full Story

Causes of Red Urine in Horses Reviewed - January 12, 2012
Bloody urine can be caused by a variety of conditions, some as innocent as a bladder stone or a urinary tract infection while others include life-threatening cancers or tears in the lining of the urinary tract.... Full Story

NC State Lifts Self-Imposed Restrictions Connected to EHV-1 - January 12, 2012
The admission and discharge restrictions were put into place on Jan. 4 after a mare was admitted and subsequently tested positive for the neurologic form of EHV-1.... Full Story

Applications Being Accepted for Free Vaccines Through UHVRC - January 12, 2012
Equine rescue and retirement facilities are encouraged to apply for free vaccines through the Unwanted Horse Veterinary Relief Campaign (UHVRC), a program sponsored by the AAEP and Merck Animal Health. The spring vaccine deadline is Feb. 1.... Full Story

More Than 50 Horses Seized from Louisiana Breeding Farm - January 12, 2012
Fifty-nine allegedly maltreated horses and the remains of 25 additional horses were found on the property.... Full Story

Equine Rotavirus Vaccine Moves to Pfizer Animal Health Label - January 12, 2012
The Equine Rotavirus Vaccine from Pfizer Animal Health now has an updated appearance and packaging to reflect the current manufacturer.... Full Story

Managing Neck and Back Pain in Sport Horses - January 11, 2012
A thorough physical examination coupled with a complete therapeutic approach can frequently identify and subsequently relieve neck and back pain in the performance horse.... Full Story

Nocardioform Placentitis Affecting Kentucky's 2011 Foal Crop - January 11, 2012
Full participation by the equine industry--including subsidies for placental examinations by local organizations--led to the largest number of nocardioform placentitis submissions on record, more than 325 laboratory confirmed cases.... Full Story

CSU Equine Program Receives $1.5 million Donation - January 11, 2012
The owners of a premier Western ranch have donated $1.5 million to Colorado State University's (CSU) Equine Sciences Program to help advance the program's excellence as a training ground for students entering the horse industry.... Full Story

Salix Among National HBPA Convention Discussion Topics - January 11, 2012
Furosemide, known as Salix or Lasix, will be discussed Jan. 14 during the National HBPA Medication Committee forum. The organization said the "scientific case" for use of the drug to control exercise-induced pulmonary hemorrhaging will be the focus.... Full Story

Horse Owner Input Sought on Hendra Survey - January 11, 2012
The Queensland, Australia, Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries (DPI) is seeking horse owner input in a survey regarding hendra virus, according to a statement on the DPI website.... Full Story

Does Equine Hoof Shape Have an Effect on Soundness? - January 10, 2012
Could a potential predisposing factor for lameness actually be seen with our very eyes? A recent study revealed that certain hoof shapes and characteristics can be associated with chronic lameness, while others point to a sound horse.... Full Story

International Equine Disease Report Third Quarter 2011 - January 10, 2012
Contagious equine metritis, dourine, influenza, and strangles were among the disease reported.... Full Story

Ohio Teen Pleads Guilty to Horse Abandonment Charge - January 10, 2012
An Amish teenager has pleaded guilty to abandoning a 9-year-old Standardbred horse outside a Wal-Mart store in Geauga County, Ohio.... Full Story

More Than 30 Horses Seized from Colorado Ranch - January 10, 2012
More than 30 allegedly maltreated horses and other equines are under rehabilitative care after being removed from a Pueblo County, Colo., ranch earlier this month.... Full Story

FEI Approves Footing for London 2012 Equestrian Events - January 10, 2012
The Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) has given final sign-off on the footing that will be used for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Equestrian Events at Greenwich Park. The footing is comprised of nonwaxed sand, felt, and fiber.... Full Story

Diagnosis and Treatment of Kidney Diseases in Horses - January 09, 2012
Acute kidney injury is the current term for compromised renal function that often is reversible if treated appropriately. Clinical signs of horses with acute kidney injury can be as nonspecific as anorexia and lethargy.... Full Story

Industry Standards for Frangible Cross-Country Jumps Defined - January 09, 2012
Cross-country jumps designed to break apart upon impact are safer for horses and riders, but in order to be fair they must follow new industrial standards in Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) competitions, according to an FEI spokeswoman.... Full Story

Missouri Court Rules in Nonveterinarian Dentist Case - January 09, 2012
A Missouri Circuit Court judge sided with veterinarians in that state last month when he ruled that non-veterinarian equine dentist Brooke Gray could not perform tooth-floating services for pay.... Full Story

Riders4Helments to Host 3rd Helmet Safety Symposium - January 09, 2012
The riding helmet awareness campaign Riders4Helmets will be hosting the 3rd Riders4Helmets Safety Symposium on Jan. 14, at the Hilton Airport Hotel, Australian Avenue, West Palm Beach, Fla., from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.... Full Story

Wisconsin Horse Nutrition Workshop Scheduled for Feb. 11 - January 09, 2012
Some of the topics of discussion include general horse nutrition, managing manure, supplementing diets with vitamins and minerals, managing hay, and balancing rations.... Full Story

Understanding Potomac Horse Fever - January 08, 2012
Potomac horse fever (PHF), or equine monocytic ehrlichiosis as it is currently termed, still occurs in areas of the United States. It can often pose a diagnostic challenge because of its varied clinical presentations.... Full Story

Thoroughbred Stallion Einstein To Help Kentucky Students - January 08, 2012
A drawing will be held for one free season to Einstein at Adena Springs' Open House Stallion Show on Jan.8, with the value of the stud fee to be donated to the Race for Education's Starting Gate Youth Program at schools in Bourbon County, Ky.... Full Story

Supplementation Strategies for Performance Horses - January 08, 2012
Many pleasure horses can easily survive and prosper off hay alone. Elite athletic horses, however, need their diets customized to meet their specific dietary requirements, as hay alone often does not provide enough energy (calories).... Full Story

Back Pain in Horses Table Topic (AAEP 2011) - January 07, 2012
Topics discussed included diagnostic methods, types of back pain, kissing spines, and treatment methods.... Full Story

East Texas Horse Rescue Receives Grant from ASPCA - January 07, 2012
The ASPCA announced last week that it has awarded a grant of $4,000 to the East Texas Horse Rescue and Sanctuary (ETHRS) in Alto, Texas, which will be used to buy hay for the organization's rescued horses.... Full Story

Preparing Horse Farms for Winter Weather Disasters - January 07, 2012
The start of a new year is a good time to review farm emergency plans, as preparation will help keep family, employees, and horses safe in the event of a weather disaster. Particularly, ensure your farm is ready for a winter weather event.... Full Story

Recognize Insulin Resistance Before Laminitis Onset - January 06, 2012
Detecting the subtle signs of high insulin levels in the blood resulting from insulin resistance before the horse suffers a serious laminitic event is one way caretakers and veterinarians can try to halt the hoof disease in its tracks.... Full Story

Neurologic EHV-1 Confirmed in North Carolina Horse - January 06, 2012
The neurologic form of equine herpesvirus-1 was confirmed in a North Carolina mare on Jan. 5. The horse, from a Rockingham County stable, was taken to the College of Veterinary Medicine at North Carolina State University upon becoming ill.... Full Story

Horse Connected to New York Cruelty Case Dies - January 06, 2012
A high-profile horse cruelty case involving the removal of more than 70 animals from a Morgan Horse trainer farm in 2010 became more controversial this week when an animal connected to the case died while under SPCA care.... Full Story

TRF Alleges Libel, Slander in Lawsuit - January 06, 2012
The soured relationship between the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation (TRF) and its key benefactor, the Paul Mellon Estate, withered further Jan. 5 when the TRF sued an executor of the endowment for libel and slander.... Full Story

New Vocations to Receive Donation from Breeders' Cup Winner - January 06, 2012
The donation honors a win in the 2011 Grey Goose Breeders' Cup Juvenile Stakes for Northern Kentucky physician Kendall Hansen, MD, and the silvery-gray colt he named for himself--Hansen.... Full Story

Controlling Reproductive Behavior in Performance Mares - January 05, 2012
Reversible suppression of sexual behavior in performance mares is frequently used to control undesirable behavior traits, particularly in mares that will be used for breeding in the future.... Full Story

First Hendra Case of 2012 Confirmed in Queensland - January 05, 2012
Although hendra virus cases in the middle of summer (North American winters coincide with Australian summers) are unusual, they're not unheard of.... Full Story

California Man Enters Plea in Animal Cruelty Case - January 05, 2012
A California man facing more than 60 counts of animal cruelty in connection with the alleged maltreatment of horses on his Lassen County farm has pleaded not guilty to the charges against him.... Full Story

Rutgers Horse Management Seminar Scheduled for Feb. 4 - January 05, 2012
"Responsible Horse Ownership in a Tough Economic Climate" will cover a variety of topics to help horse owners cut costs while practicing responsible horse ownership.... Full Story

New Assistant Director of UC Davis Center for Equine Health - January 05, 2012
Claudia Sonder, DVM, has been named the new assistant director of the University of California, Davis (UC Davis), Center for Equine Health (CEH), according to a report in the center's publication The Horse Report.... Full Story