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Legislation Sets Penalties for Doping of Horses
Rep. Ed Whitfield (R-KY) and Sen. Tom Udall (D-NM) have introduced H.R. 1733/S.B. 886, the Interstate Horse Racing Improvement Act of 2011 which amends the Interstate Horse Racing Act of 1978.
Charity Needs Custom-made Pajamas for Itchy Horse
A horse charity in England is asking someone to step forward to help a horse that is especially sensitive to midge bites that result in a condition known as "sweet itch." The Whitchurch-based HorseWorld Visitor Centre is appealing for a sponsor or skilled
Celebrate Horse History in the Making
Shawna and her clickers forever changed the face of horse and other equine training by bringing a choice to a world where coercion ruled.
Research into Hendra Virus Vaccine Needs a Redo
Scientists have shown that vaccine gives horses immunity to Hendra virus for six months, but they were hoping to prove the vaccine could protect horses for a year.
Protect Your Horse From Sweet Itch
Sweet itch or summer dermatitis is an allergic reaction of horses to the bites of midges.  Midges are small, female Culicoides that feed on blood since they need a high protein meal to enable them to lay their eggs.
Emmylou Harris & Other Stars to Shine at Festival
 AmerEquine is the new foal in the paddock of horse-related events for 2012, and it comes with an entirely original concept for promoting and enlarging the client base for horse-related activities and businesses.Â
“The Good, the Bad and the Controversial”
âThe Good, the Bad and the Controversialâ was the subject matter discussed by Dr. Gregory A. Beroza at a Nassau-Suffolk Horsemenâs Association meeting Nov. 2, 2011 at Old Bethpage Village.
Appaloosa Horse Club Announces New Internship Program
The Appaloosa Horse Club is pleased to announce a new and exciting opportunity for youth members with an internship program in marketing, public relations, photography and journalism for AYA members ages 14-19.
Horse Owners Encouraged to Learn about Bog Spavin
Clydesdale horses would benefit from owners knowing more about the likely causes of bog spavin, according to a report published in the Veterinary Record. Bog spavin, the chronic fluid distension of the hock joint, is commonly seen in draught breeds.
Equine Assisted Therapy Research Advances with New HHRF Member
Horses and Humans Research Foundation funds research to advance equine assisted activities and therapies with grants for seven projects investigating the impact on the health and wellness of people.