USEF Horse Show Drug Rules Have Major Change (2013)
USEF has adopted a 12-hour rule. The overall dose limit for Dexamethasone has also been reduced. California horse show drug rules are also likely to change shortly.
California Updates its Medications Rules for 2014 Competitions
California updated its Drug and Medication rules in December 2013 for the upcoming year.
Stall Kickers and Trailer Kickers
Each year frustrated horse owners come to me for advice on dealing with a horse that chronically kicks the walls in its stalls, kicks in the trailer, kicks when it is fed. The barns are damaged. Nerves are frayed. Periodically kicking becomes so profound that horses create self-inflicted lameness and injury. There are several strategies to deal with stall kickers and protect themselves and your barn from harm.
Innovative Equine Products seen at the World Cup of Show Jumping and Dressage (2015)
In April of this year, I had the pleasure of seeing the World Cup of Show Jumping and Dressage in Las Vegas. The world championship not only brings some of the best competitors from around the world but also brings vendors to demonstrate their products at the shopping area adjoining the competition.
What Do Horses See?
Vision is a complex process that involves not only the eye focusing and detecting light that may vary in intensity, but also the brain interpreting what the eye is sensing.
Using Anti-Inflammatory Medications at USEF Competitions
For all those who have taken an Advil or an aspirin to make it through a weekend of athletic activity, the concept of giving a horse an anti-inflammatory medication to help ease the aches that certainly occur over the course of a multi-day horse show will come as no surprise.
Trailering On Long Distance Trips
There are several things to consider when transporting your horse for long periods of time and large distances. First, if you are crossing state lines you will need to have a health certificate.