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Horse racing leaders consider Paris Olympics equestrian scandal a lesson for their sport
Read full article: Horse racing leaders consider Paris Olympics equestrian scandal a lesson for their sportThe horse welfare scandal that has been the talk of equestrian events at the Paris Olympics is being noticed and highlighted by prominent voices in a related sport.
Tribes honor the birth of a rare white buffalo calf in Yellowstone and reveal its name: Wakan Gli
Read full article: Tribes honor the birth of a rare white buffalo calf in Yellowstone and reveal its name: Wakan GliNative American religious ceremonies with dancing, drumming, singing and the retelling of a sacred legend commemorated the recent birth of a rare white buffalo calf in Yellowstone National Park.
Move over grizzlies and wolves: Yellowstone visitors hope to catch a glimpse of rare white buffalo
Read full article: Move over grizzlies and wolves: Yellowstone visitors hope to catch a glimpse of rare white buffaloThe recent appearance of a rare white bison calf has excited wildlife watchers in Yellowstone National Park.
The Deep Blue Ridge: Army veteran says his wife and horse saved his life
Read full article: The Deep Blue Ridge: Army veteran says his wife and horse saved his lifeA local army veteran is hoping his fight against PTSD through equine therapy inspires other veterans and their families to always find ways to never give up on life.
Quiz: Is this a Kentucky Derby-winning horse, or a made-up name?
Read full article: Quiz: Is this a Kentucky Derby-winning horse, or a made-up name?There are two types of people who watch the Kentucky Derby: Those who bet money and want to win, and spectators who just want to admire the strange names given to the horses.
'No cause for alarm’: Horse euthanized in Blacksburg after developing contagious disease
Read full article: 'No cause for alarm’: Horse euthanized in Blacksburg after developing contagious diseaseBLACKSBURG, Va. – Veterinarians euthanized a horse in Blacksburg on Monday after it developed a neurologic disease. Rarely, exposed horses develop the neurologic form of the disease. The horse was admitted to the Virginia Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine large animal hospital in Blacksburg on Sunday, where its condition deteriorated. All exposed horses at the hospital were immediately isolated and placed under quarantine with strict biosecurity protocol. Horse owners with concerns should contact their veterinarian.