New Study Helps Identify Colic Risk After Anesthesia
February 19, 2014 Comments Off on New Study Helps Identify Colic Risk After Anesthesia
Gastrointestinal pain, generally referred to as colic, has been estimated to occur in 2.8–6% of horses following general anesthesia for elective procedures, the most common cause being impaction of the large intestine or caecum.
Continue reading …Female Equine Vet Pioneer Passes at Age 68
February 19, 2014 Comments Off on Female Equine Vet Pioneer Passes at Age 68
She was one of the first women equine practitioners to become board-certified by the American College of Veterinary Surgeons, achieving that distinction in 1982.
Continue reading …Check Out What True Horsepower Can Do!
February 19, 2014 Comments Off on Check Out What True Horsepower Can Do!
Once again, horses proved invaluable for working in a wilderness where motorized and mechanized equipment are prohibited, including carts, wagons, chainsaws, wheeled vehicles, and landing aircraft. All the decking, tools, material, spikes, rigging, and camp support for trail crews staying at the site had to be packed in by horses and mules, a trip of seven miles from the nearest trail head.
Continue reading …2014 Prairie Classic Results Through 2/15
February 19, 2014 Comments Off on 2014 Prairie Classic Results Through 2/15
Thanks to Carol and Don Moore of Mane Events, we now have results to share from the 2014 Prairie Classic that recently took place Feb. 12-16 in Oklahoma City. Judges for the show were Murray Griggs, Brad Kearns, Gretchen Mathes, Beckey Schooler, Jennifer Thompson, Brent Tincher, Robin Griggs, and Terri Beck. The following files are in Microsoft Excel […]
Continue reading …New Youth Judging Contest at 2014 Pinto World Show
February 19, 2014 Comments Off on New Youth Judging Contest at 2014 Pinto World Show
The Senior division will consist of youth 14-18 years old. The Junior division will consist of youth 13 and under. Junior and Senior contestants may combine to form a Mixed-Age team, but they must compete in the Senior division and for Senior individual awards.
Continue reading …APHA Rule Change Proposals to be Voted on at Convention
February 19, 2014 Comments Off on APHA Rule Change Proposals to be Voted on at Convention
In addition to these rule change proposals, two task forces will report on discussions and decisions regarding APHA governance as well as a potential competition licensing program.
Continue reading …EC Foal Photo of the Day: Two For One! Fraternal Twins
February 18, 2014 Comments Off on EC Foal Photo of the Day: Two For One! Fraternal Twins
“Collin” is by Iron Age and out of Enchanted Irons. He is the fraternal twin of “Harvey,” who was born one day later. Because Enchanted Irons double-ovulated, the embryos were placed into separate recipient mares for the duration of the pregnancy.
Continue reading …Around the Rings at SC Gamecocks Latest Meet, #1 Team in the Nation For 12th Straight Week!
February 18, 2014 Comments Off on Around the Rings at SC Gamecocks Latest Meet, #1 Team in the Nation For 12th Straight Week!
Congratulations to the South Carolina Collegiate Equestrian Team for being ranked #1 in the nation for the twelfth straight week in a row. This accomplishment sets a new school record. In honor of this special achievement, we have a few images to share from a recent meet where the Gamecocks defeated New Mexico State, 12-8, […]
Continue reading …Witness to a Horse/Breeder Reuniting on the Auction Floor After 20 Years
February 18, 2014 Comments Off on Witness to a Horse/Breeder Reuniting on the Auction Floor After 20 Years
“We asked how he knew the horse would be here, and he said that he saw an ad in the paper that morning. No lie, the guy looked like a kid in a candy store.”
Continue reading …US Olympian Bode Miller Would Like to be a Horse Trainer When He Retires From Ski Career
February 18, 2014 Comments Off on US Olympian Bode Miller Would Like to be a Horse Trainer When He Retires From Ski Career
No, this isn’t an early February Fool’s Day joke… According to a piece posted yesterday by USA Today Sports, one of the most decorated men’s skiers in US history might consider a career in horse training when he retires from the sport.
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