North Carolina State University scientists estimated the prevalence of obesity among high-level, competitive, hunter show ponies; and looked for an association between obesity and success during “in-hand” “model” classes that only include conformation and appearance as performance elements.
Congressional changes to the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act are enough to satisfy constitutional concerns, the United States Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals rules. However, disagreements abound, even among federal courts, and a date on the Supreme Court docket may loom on the horizon.
Allegations that Hot Rod Charlie was wearing illegal horseshoes during the running of the Grade 2 Lukas Classic at Churchill Downs were dismissed by the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority.
This Week: Hoof-care professionals across the country and the ocean are sharing what they know with others in the industry through social media, webinars and videos. Here are a few of our favorites.
Shear forces between the hoof and the ground surface affect hoof kinetics and kinematics, as well as the development of injury to the lower limb. Researchers at the University of California, Davis and the University of Kentucky measured shear ground reaction forces on 12 show jumping arena surfaces and examined the impact of surface material type, as well as management and environmental conditions on those forces.
This Week: Hoof-care professionals across the country and the ocean are sharing what they know with others in the industry through social media, webinars and videos. Here are a few of our favorites.
Federal legislation to satisfy constitutional concerns surrounding the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act is not enough for an appellate court to retract its ruling, nor will it rehear the case.
The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority is reviewing its Racetrack Safety Program after a tumultuous year that left farriers and manufacturers scrambling and a sharp rebuke from Congress.
Oleo Acres Farrier and Blacksmith Supply owner Rob Michel walks viewers through the Littleton, Colo., warehouse. Inventory is organized with the customer in mind. If the product is in stock and easy to find, farriers can spend more time under a horse, which Michel says is more money in your pocket.
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