AAEP Panel Examines Possible Research Paths for EIPH Treatment for Horses

”An AAEP-hosted meeting of experts in the fields of equine EIPH, pulmonary and cardiac physiology, lung pathology and human sports medicine met to identify future research priorities for better horse health.”

Helmet Law Aims to Prevent Injuries While Riding Horses

Horseback riding has been identified as a higher-risk activity than automobile racing, motorcycle riding, football and skiing making the need for helmets obviousg.

AERC Announces My Favorite Trail Essay Contest

In your essay simply describe a favorite trail, an incredible wildlife encounter, or an “ah-ha” moment with your horse when you conquered a particular challenge.

Arabian Horse Rescue Investigation Closed

The New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs has settled its investigation into the finances, record-keeping and fundraising of the Arabian Rescue Mission, in Wantage. All fines and civil penalties against them will be waived if they fulfill the terms of

Cimetidine

Learn why Cimetidine is effective in treating equine gastric ulcers often found in foals and race horses, and is also used to treat melanomas in horses.

NYRA Announces Stringent Safety Rules for Racing at Aqueduct Racetrack

The New York Racing Association, in consultation with the New York Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association, has announced steps to further enhance stringent safety protocols for thoroughbred racing already in place at Aqueduct Racetrack.

College Preparatory Invitational Launches “Fund My Ride” Initiative

”College Preparatory Invitational Jr. Ambassadors can earn their entry to CPI events via fundraising efforts to cover their entry fee for the CPI Horse Show events.”

AAEP Announces Initiative to Enhance Horse Health, Racing Integrity

Working at Moroccan Horse Charity Proves Invaluable for English Vets

While working with an equine charity in Marrakech, Morocco, vets experience a huge variety of ailments and the experience encourages initiative. Veterinary surgery on expensive race horses in the UK is well equipped. In Morocco, volunteer vets learn to do

Appaloosa World Horse Show Offers Fun for Everyone

”The world’s most talented Appaloosas, exhibitors, owners, and trainers are gearing up for the premier event in the Appaloosa industry - the 2015 World Championship Appaloosa Show which will take place October 23 - 31, 2015.”