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Study to Investigate Genetics of Tying-up in Horses, Ponies
Researchers are investigating genetics of exertional rhabdomyolysis in horses to identify predisposing genetic risk factors.
Certified Horsemanship Assn Reaches Out to State Horse Councils
The CHA certifies riding instructors, vaulting coaches, barn managers, drivers and trail guides, accredits equestrian facilities and publishes educational equine material.
What Do You Do When Your Horse Steps on a Nail?
Puncture wounds are always serious whether in the foot or on the body of the horse. When a horse steps on a nail creating a puncture wound, it is a true emergency and your veterinarian should be called immediately. The horse should be kept calm, and not a
Be on the Alert for Osteochondrosis in Foals and Young Horses
Saying, "A combination of growth, nutrition and inheritance likely come into play," Dr. Ed Kane, writing in DVM News Magazine, urges horse owners and breeders to be on the look-out for osteochondrosis in their young horses and foals.
Minimize Risk of Positive Drug Tests in Competitions
Over past competitive seasons, a number of horses and riders have been disqualified because of positive drug tests. The sensitivity of drug testing has increased greatly and often inadvertently administered substances that the horse has come into conta
Branded Equine Pergolide Introduced in UK
On March 29, 2007 the FDA announced the withdrawal of pergolide from the market, placing the health and well being of all horses diagnosed with Equine Cushing's Disease (pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction or PPID) in jeopardy. Thanks to those who c
Sharing Stories of Hope, Health, and Healing through Horses
Horses have an amazing ability to rehabilitate the human body and soul by sensing our emotions and providing comfort in times of need.
Donkeys are Donkeys, Not Horses
Veterinarians who are trained in treating donkeys are attempting to educate the public to the fact that donkeys are very different from horses and recognition of these differences can be crucial in treatment for many diseases and conditions.
Canadians Protest Olympic Disqualification of Showjumping Horse
A Canadian equestrian riderâs horse has been disqualified from Olympic competition with what [no-glossary]team officials say is just a scratch. Tiffany Fosterâs horse Victor was found to have hypersensitivity in the left front leg by competition vete
Texas Judge Allowing Sale of Zetas Drug Cartel Horses
Federal judge Sam Sparks in Texas is allowing prosecutors to sell more than 400 racehorses seized ;from the Zetas drug cartel amid allegations the animals were used to launder profits from the Mexican drug cartel. A trial date has been set for October.