With 32 horses without adequate shelter or food due to flooding following Tropical Storm Irene, Rivers Edge Horse Rescue and Sanctuary in Newton, N.J. has received a pledge from the Humane Society of the United States and the ASPCA® (The American Society
During winter weather, efficient barn ventilation should get rid of excess moisture, respiratory disease organisms, dust and waste gases. Obviously, when the air outside is cold and saturated with moisture it is difficult to keep a good atmosphere in the
"The U.S. House Appropriations Committee voted to adopt an amendment to prevent the slaughter of horses for human consumption on U.S. soil.â
Effective March 1, 2011, the following rules apply to Dressage Competitions and Regular Competitions holding Dressage classes:
Assisi Animal Health, developers of the Assisi LoopTM, a non-pharmaceutical and non-invasive healing and pain management device for animals, offers information to horse owners about the dangers of colic.
The intention of the FEI Prohibited Substance List is to ensure that the performance of horses competing under the FEI Rules is not enhanced by Prohibited Substances, and to ensure fair play in competition and to maintain the welfare of the horse.
Experts at the Centers for Disease Control say the early detection of mosquitoes infected with West Nile virus makes it easier to see where the virus is spreading and take early action to halt the spread.
The New Mexico Livestock Board (NMLB) is working with USDA-Veterinary Services to ensure that two cases of vesicular stomatitis (VS) discovered in a herd of five horses in Otero County remain isolated. None of the five horses has been off the property in
Stephanie J. Corum, of SC Equine Enterprises, sponsored three awards for Fredrick area dressage shows in memory of three horses she had the honor and privilege of knowing for many years.
The Mono County Sheriffâs Office is saddened to report the loss of one of their team members: Abby, the mustang police horse had a 17-year career span as a mounted patrol horse with partner Lt. Phil West.