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New Research on Horse Eyesight Could Improve Racecourse Safety
Horses have reduced color vision compared to humans, and only differentiate objects in a palette of blues and yellows.
Dr. Getty’s Tip: Reduce Risk of Infection When Traveling with Your Horse
âConsidering periodic outbreaks of equine herpes virus (EHV-1) and other infectious diseases, it is critical that your horse be in top physical health before embarking to an unfamiliar area.â
Ranch Owner Charged with 30 Counts of Animal Cruelty
According to information on the Grace Foundation web site, a California ranch owner has finally been charged with 70 counts of animal cruelty and is being held on $252,000 bail, following the discovery of numerous dead horses at his stables back in Apr
Lynn Palm Establishes Western Dressage Grant Fund at The Dressage Foundation
I would like riders to receive quality instruction in Western Dressage and learn the biomechanics of the horse, how to develop him slowly and learn to ride 'back to front.'
Preparing Your Horse Farm for Hurricane Season
Making preparations ahead of time will improve the chances of both you and your horse surviving a hurricane, tornado or other natural disaster
Does Your Horse Have Leaky Gut Syndrome?
A horse is a fermentation vat on four legs with an attitude,” said Dr. Bill Vandergrift, Ph.D., at the start of the Triple Crown Nutrition Lunch and Learn.
Building Better Bones in Horses: Researchers to Evaluate Young Foals' Response to Exercise
We know that mild exercise early in life is associated with positive effects in horses, but exactly how it stimulates bone growth in areas susceptible to fractures is still unknown.
UC Davis Study Reports Successful Use of Hair Samples for Detection of Bisphosphonates in Horses
Hair sampling is non-invasive and has proven to be a reliable and reproducible matrix for equine drug testing.
Recognizing and Preventing Equine Drug Reactions
Sometimes, drugs, even when administered properly to your horse, can cause a dangerous or fatal reaction. Learn what drug classes are responsible for most reactions, and what you should do if your horse suffers a reaction.
Update on Equine Economic Impact Study
A formal unveiling of the equine economic study to announce the results will be held on Capitol Hill with members of the Horse Caucus and will most likely take place in January.