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The Horse is concerned with all aspects of equine health, and it is written for hands-on horse owners, trainers, riders, breeders, and barn managers who want to know more about taking the best care of his or her horses. Extensive information on topics of concern are supplemented by timely features on horse health and news from researchers, veterinarians in the field and other equine professionals.
Updated: 2 years 48 weeks ago
Rachel Alexandra to Race for a Cure
Rachel Alexandra, who last month became the first filly in 85 years to win the Preakness, will "race for a cure" for the remainder of her 2009 campaign. A $20,000 donation to a breast cancer nonprofit, the Susan G. Komen Race for a Cure, from the Jackson...
Arraignment Set in Mustang Cruelty Case
The operator of a Nebraska training ranch and sanctuary for Bureau of Land Management mustangs and burros has waived his right to preliminary hearing and will be arraigned on more than 100 animal cruelty counts in Morrill County District Court on July...
AAEP Member Honored for Therapeutic Riding Horse Care
For the past 10 years, Richard Markell, DVM, has traveled every Wednesday afternoon to the J.F. Shea Therapeutic Riding Center in Orange County, Calif., about 75 miles from his own practice in Encinitas, Calif.
An AAEP member who has cared for horses...
MDA Statement on Missing Piroplasmosis Horses
The following is a statement released by the Missouri Department of Agriculture June 18:
The Missouri Department of Agriculture has announced that two quarantined horses that tested positive for equine piroplasmosis are missing from a Raytown, Mo.,...
Poll: Majority of TheHorse.com Readers Vaccinate Against WNV
More than 1,270 readers of TheHorse.com responded to a poll asking, "Do you vaccinate for West Nile virus annually?"
Results were as follows:
Yes 88.10% (1,125)
No 11.90% (152)
Readers shared their reasoning in the...
AHC Presents Van Ness Award to Iowa's Sally Blount
The American Horse Council presented its annual 2009 Van Ness award to Sally Blount during the group's National Issues Forum on June 16 in Washington, D.C.
The award is named for the late Marjorie Van Ness, and is sponsored by New Jersey Horse Council....
Piroplasmosis Horses Removed from Quarantine
Two horses positive for equine piroplasmosis were removed from a quarantined stable in Raytown, Mo., Wednesday night, according to reports published in The Kansas City Star and other local news outlets. Five other positive horses were euthanized Thursday...
PSSM Genetic Mutation Reported in Some UK Horse Breeds
Collaborative efforts between researchers on both sides of the Atlantic have identified that a genetic mutation in enzyme glycogen synthase 1 (GYS1) is an important cause of polysaccharide storage myopathy (PSSM, a form of exertional rhabdomyolysis)...
U.K. to Investigate Environmental Impact of Equine Carcass Disposal
As with all large animals, disposal of horse carcasses in an environmentally safe manner requires planning and resources.
In June 2008, the USDA held a national forum to discuss the issue of the unwanted horse (read more). Unwanted horses might be...
<i>R. Equi</i> and Extrapulmonary Disorders, AAEP 2008
Rhodococcus equi bronchopneumonia is a prevalent cause of disease in foals, said M. Keith Chaffin, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVIM, a professor of medicine at Texas A&M University's vet school, at the 2008 American Association of Equine Practitioners convention,...
NTRA Safety Alliance Gives Delaware Park Accreditation
The National Thoroughbred Racing Association announced June 17 that Delaware Park in Stanton, Del., has been fully accredited by the NTRA Safety and Integrity Alliance following a complete review of all racing operations at the facility.
Delaware Park...
Barbaro Brother Nicanor Wins Again on Turf
Nicanor, who broke his maiden by more than 15 lengths last out, followed up by going wire-to-wire for a 1 3/4-length allowance score June 17 on the Delaware Park turf.
A full brother to 2006 Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro, Nicanor is now a perfect 2-for-2...
Kentucky Horse Industry Rally Draws Nearly 1,000
Nearly a thousand people traveled to Kentucky's state capitol in Frankfort June 17 to rally for a cause they have stood behind for years: to boost the horse racing industry by way of expanded casino gaming.
With a special session currently underway...
AAEP Issues 'Best Practices' for Purchase Exam Radiographs
The American Association of Equine Practitioners' Public Auction Task Force has developed recommendations regarding the use of radiographic reports as part of the prepurchase exams that are conducted on horses for sale at public auctions. The goal...
TheHorse.com en Español: ¿Podemos Prevenir las Paperas?
This is one of a series of articles translated as part of our partnership with A Caballo, an equine publication based in Mexico, and Jorge Murga, DVM. Keep an eye on TheHorse.com for more Spanish-language resources coming soon. Read this article in...
Respiratory Health Webinar June 18
TheHorse.com's Webinar on Managing Noninfectious Respiratory Problems was broadcast June 18 at 8 p.m. ET. This Webinar was sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc. It will be archived on TheHorse.com for future...
Greater Manchester Police Horse Retires to Sanctuary
A Greater Manchester Police (GMP) horse has retired to The Horse Trust's Home of Rest for Horses in Buckinghamshire, UK, after 15 years service.
Snodgrass, an 18-year-old, 17hh bay roan gelding with appaloosa markings on his hindquarters, was involved...
AHC National Forum Tackles Equine Welfare Issues
Representatives of various equine breeds and disciplines found out June 16 they have a lot in common when it comes to the welfare and safety of horses.
The "Welfare of the Horse," called the most inclusive program of its kind, was the sole topic for...