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Heidi Reesink, Ph.D., New Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine Assistant Professor in Equine Health
Dr. Heidi Reesink's research program includes causes of catastrophic racehorse injury and new treatments and early detection methods for arthritis.
Ovarian Tumors - What Horse Owners Should Know
According to veterinarians, horses have a higher incidence of ovarian tumors than any other domestic animal. Â While the percentage of ovarian tumors is reported to be 2.5 percent of all equine cancers, this particular tumor location is significant for tw
Tips for Dealing with Ticks on Your Horse
March, April, May, and June, then Oct, Nov, and Dec are the main times when multiple tick attachments to horses are found, though ticks can be found year round.
Politicians Fail to Protect Equines
On April 15, the Nevada Senate Natural Resources Committee let SB 364 die without taking a vote. The bill would have outlawed the practice of "horse tripping" which is a standard event at some rodeos. Senators Mark Manendo and David Parks supported
New Drug Rules for California Horse Racing
Among new drug rule considerations, the California Horse Racing Board (CHRB) has approved a 45-day public comment period for a rule change that would allow the agency to suspend an authorized medication if it appears it is being misused.
Jamaica, Horse of Year 2008 Rescued
Jamaica, a slaughter-bound 20-year-old warmblood who was named US Horse of the Year by the USEF in 2008 has been rescued and is now in retirement along with several other driving and race horses at Live Oak in Ocala, Florida. Jamaica was part of
An Equine Experience With A Purpose
Missy Wryn's two horses Paco & Benny are the best in their field assisting children and adults connecting body awareness, mindfulness and teaching healthy boundaries while empowering and building confidence. Missy works with children & adults who ex
America's Favorite Equestrian
America's Favorite Equestrian is an interactive fundraising effort presented jointly in partnership by The EQUUS Foundation and The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) to raise funds to advance the equestrian sport on an annual basis.
Stem Cell Research Shows Promise for Equines
Although regenerative medicine technology using stem cells for tissue and bone repair and regeneration are in their infancy, several uses are gaining acceptance within the equine industry.
Insect-borne Diseases Moving North with Global Warming
According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, transboundary animal diseases that were originally confined to tropical countries are on the rise around the world. African Horse Sickness is a devastating insect-transmitted viral