Archive for January, 2009

Novel Approach to Expedited Fracture Repair Reported

By Tack Box | January 28th, 2009

Delivering a growth factor in a dissolvable carrier at the site of a bony fracture results in accelerated healing when compared to untreated horses, and is as effective as treating horses with a bone graft post-fracture, researchers recently reported…. Go to Source

Equine Cancer, Fertility Research Receives Industry Support

By Tack Box | January 28th, 2009

Over the last year, two leading forces in the international world of Thoroughbred racing and equine health have donated a total of $1.14 million to the laboratory led by Colorado State University Professor Gordon Woods, DVM, MS, PhD, Dipl. ACT, to support… Go to Source

Dr. Temple Grandin to Speak at Horse Expos

By Tack Box | January 28th, 2009

With two New York Times bestsellers and several other titles to her credit, Temple Grandin, PhD, is perhaps the most widely-recognized resources on animal behavior and humane livestock treatment in the nation–and perhaps the world. She is also well… Go to Source

Illinois Impeachment Trial Includes Racing Link

By Tack Box | January 28th, 2009

The long-hinted horse racing connection to embattled Gov. Rod Blagojevich’s alleged misdeeds finally became public Tuesday at the governor’s impeachment trial in the Illinois Senate. Tape recorded conversations between the governor, his brother, and… Go to Source

Know the Stages of Foaling Mare Labor

By Tack Box | January 27th, 2009

As foaling season approaches, horse owners who are expecting foals this year should know how to recognize the signs of labor in a foaling mare. The normal gestation length for a mare can range from 320 to 360 days, with the average being around 340 days…. Go to Source