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AYHC Invites Proposals for 2012 Presentations
The American Youth Horse Council (AYHC) cordially invites individuals to submit proposals to speak at the 35th annual AYHC Symposium, March 23-25, 2012 in Herndon, Virginia. This event presents an opportunity for adult and student leaders in the youth
Anthrax in Cattle Confirmed in Colorado
Most people have heard of anthrax, especially since it has been used as a biological weapon and a scare tactic in terrorism attacks during the early 2000s. Anthrax is an infectious disease, and can prove fatal for cattle, horses and humans.
Farriers React to Decision of AVMA Regarding Veterinary Model Practice Act
Professional farriers and equine veterinarians to continue to share professional expertise and knowledge for the overall health of horses.
Legislation Benefits Horse Owners and Breeders
The fiscal cliff tax legislation passed by Congress and signed by President Obama reinstated an important business investment incentive and substantially increased another incentive program. Both incentive programs could have important implications for pu
Horses and Humans Research Foundation Receives Research Grant Challenge
Robust, rigorous, and replicable scholarly research is imperative to the field of equine assisted activities and therapy.
Prevent EPM in Horses by Reducing Risk
Equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM)Â is a progressive and potentially fatal infection of the central nervous system that most often occurs in the summer and fall seasons. It is caused by a single-celled protozoal microorganism, most commonly S.
Pigeon Fever Strikes in Florida
According to a news release from the Florida Department of Agriculture - Consumer Services, Animal Industry Division, more than 60 suspected cases of pigeon fever in horses have occurred in Florida so far in 2012. Cases have been identified in Okaloosa,
Your Horse's Legs: Common Injuries and How We Can Treat Them
Every year riders are plagued with limb injuries to their equine partners. Sometimes this is a small blip in the training schedule, other times it spells the end of a competitive season.
EWA Calls on President to Uphold Campaign Promise
John Holland, President, Equine Welfare Alliance, is calling upon President Obama who, during his 2008 campaign, promised his unequivocal support for a ban on horse slaughter.âNow is the time for you to keep that promise, Mr. President,â says John Ho
Reduce Your Horse's Exposure to Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis as Summer Turns to Fall
Equine protozoal myeloencephalitis is a progressive and potentially fatal infection of the central nervous system that most often occurs in the summer and fall seasons.