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by Editor | Nov 21, 2025 | Equine, News
Source: KSAT.com A growing outbreak of Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) has led to the cancellation of the Uvalde Rodeo Qualifier, a key event for athletes seeking entry into the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo. Although no infected horses were present at the qualifier... read more
by Editor | Nov 20, 2025 | Equine, News
Source: Texas Agriculture Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller and the Texas Department of Agriculture issued an urgent alert following confirmation of an aggressive Equine Herpesvirus Type 1 (EHV-1) outbreak linked to the Nov. 5–9 WPRA World Championship Barrel... read more
by Editor | Nov 20, 2025 | Equine, News
Source: WFAA A recent outbreak of Equine Herpesvirus Type 1 (EHV-1) in Texas has prompted major rodeo disruptions, including the cancellation of the PRCA Uvalde Rodeo Qualifier and a temporary shift to an all–bull riding format at the Fort Worth Stockyards... read more
by Editor | Nov 15, 2025 | Equine
Source: Equus Magazine The Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) has integrated La Bibliothèque Mondiale du Cheval (the Worldwide Horse Library) into its free e-learning platform, FEI Campus, expanding access to one of the most comprehensive digital collections on... read more
by Editor | Nov 6, 2025 | Equine, News
Source: Horse & Hound A study by the University of Lincoln and San Marco Veterinary Clinic has found that allowing a horse to see the body of a deceased companion may ease its grief. Researchers surveyed owners of 325 surviving horses, examining behavioral changes... read more
by Editor | Oct 4, 2025 | Equine, News
Source: Nature Five cloned horses in Argentina have become the first of their species to be gene-edited with CRISPR–Cas9, sparking debate across the polo world. Developed by Kheiron Biotech, the horses carry a modification to the myostatin gene, designed to enhance... read more
by Editor | Sep 19, 2025 | Animal Health News, Equine
Source: Veterinary Advantage A University of Kentucky study reveals that financial limitations significantly influence how horse owners engage with Veterinary care. While routine costs like vaccinations align with expectations, emergency procedures such as colic... read more
by Editor | Jul 30, 2025 | Equine, News
Source: My Senior Horse A study by researchers at Nottingham Trent University reveals that horses may be far more intelligent than previously believed. The experiment involved teaching horses to touch a card with their noses for a treat, with later stages adding a... read more
by Editor | Jul 29, 2025 | Animal Health News, Equine
Source: Paulick Report Summer travel with horses requires extra care to prevent heat stress, which can become dangerous in high temperatures and humidity. A key safety tip is to assess weather risk by adding the air temperature (°F) and relative humidity (%). A... read more
by Editor | Jul 28, 2025 | Equine, News
Source: American Farriers The horse industry is undergoing notable shifts amid growing scrutiny over equine welfare and changing public perceptions. According to the 2023 American Horse Council survey, the U.S. horse population declined to 6.7 million from 7.2 million... read more
by Editor | Jul 7, 2025 | Equine, News
Source: AVMA Dr. Bret Marsh, dean of Purdue University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, highlights an ongoing national shortage of veterinarians, particularly affecting rural communities. He attributes the issue to rising numbers of pets and changes in livestock... read more
by Editor | Jul 2, 2025 | Animal Health News, Equine, Veterinary Practice
Source: EquiManagement The 2024 AVMA/AAEP Economic Report highlights a significant satisfaction gap between equine Veterinary practice owners and associates. Owners reported higher satisfaction with job (81%), lifestyle (72%), and compensation (74%) compared to... read more
by Editor | Jun 18, 2025 | Equine, News
Source: CBC In Equus: Story of the Horse, anthropologist-turned-filmmaker Niobe Thompson embarks on a global journey to explore the 6,000-year-old bond between humans and horses. Filmed across 11 countries on three continents, the three-part documentary delves into... read more
by Editor | Jun 2, 2025 | Equine, News
Source: KXII.com The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry is urging horse owners to vaccinate their animals against four potentially deadly diseases: West Nile Virus, sleeping sickness, tetanus, and rabies. State veterinarian Dr. Rod Hall emphasizes... read more
by Editor | May 31, 2025 | Equine, News, Veterinary Practice
Source: Colorado State University Dr. Dean Hendrickson, a renowned equine surgeon and professor in Colorado State University’s Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Program, has been honored with the 2024 Distinguished Veterinary Teacher Award from the American Association of... read more
by Editor | May 11, 2025 | Equine, News
Source: U.S. Customs and Border Protection On April 12, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers in Chicago seized three shipments containing Xylazine, a dangerous Veterinary sedative increasingly found mixed with opioids. The packages, arriving from China... read more
by Editor | Apr 29, 2025 | Agriculture, Equine, News
Source: EquiManagement The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has announced a further delay of the Horse Protection Act (HPA) final rule’s effective date to February 1, 2026. Originally set for February 2025 and... read more
by Editor | Apr 28, 2025 | Equine, News
Source: KY 3 As spring arrives and pastures flourish, veterinarians are warning horse owners to avoid feeding grass clippings to their animals. Though it may seem harmless, grass clippings—especially when tightly packed—can ferment quickly, producing gases that may... read more
by Editor | Apr 28, 2025 | Equine, News
Source: Texas A&M University While many skin lumps on horses are harmless, others may be cancerous and require prompt veterinary care, says Dr. Leslie Easterwood of Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine. Common noncancerous bumps, like eosinophilic... read more
by Editor | Apr 25, 2025 | Equine, News
Source: The Horse Orthobiologics are biological therapies that support a horse’s natural healing from injuries or chronic conditions like osteoarthritis. Speaking at the 2025 IGNITE Sports Science Seminar, Dr. Beau Whitaker emphasized their long-term benefits over... read more
