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Six horses at a boarding facility in Erie County, New York, have recently tested positive for strangles, with a further case suspected. A total of 27 horses have been identified as exposed to the infection, and the affected horses are currently under official quarantine.

In the spring of 2020, a Quarter Horse foal in Oregon began showing signs of weakness and incoordination shortly after birth, prompting veterinary investigations. Tests for common neurologic diseases yielded no results, leading researchers at the University of California, Davis, to discover a new hereditary condition known as Equine Juvenile Spinocerebellar Ataxia (EJSCA).

Legendary showjumper John Whitaker has decided to try his hand at eventing, viewing it as a new challenge as he approaches his 70th birthday.In an interview, he expressed that reaching this significant milestone prompted him to consider different avenues in his equestrian career.

On March 26, a 6-year-old Quarter Horse gelding in Miami-Dade County, Florida, was confirmed positive for rabies. The horse, which was not vaccinated, died shortly after the diagnosis. This incident marks Florida's first confirmed rabies case in livestock in 2025.

The $5,000 USHJA National 3’ Jr/Am Hunter Derby took center stage Friday afternoon, with 19 horse-and-rider combinations vying for top honors under the bright Florida sun. When the dust settled, Kristine D’Andrea and her talented nine-year-old Westphalian mare, Valeria M (Vagabond De La Pomme x Laskaja), emerged victorious with an impressive 11-point lead.

The 2025 Spring Series at World Equestrian Center – Ocala kicked off in thrilling fashion on Saturday evening with the $15,000 Modelo Regional Grand Prix. A competitive field of 46 horse-and-rider combinations tackled a challenging course designed by Chris Barnard, with only seven advancing to the decisive jump-off.

The Event at TerraNova delivered thrilling competition, but perhaps no storyline was as captivating as the remarkable performances of Phillip and Olivia Dutton in the CCI4*-S division. The father-daughter duo, both known for their talent and dedication to the sport of eventing, proved once again that excellence runs in the family.

This morning, the Sports Forum commenced in Switzerland where the International Equestrian Federation (FEI) revealed significant changes in the qualification process for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. The organization has determined that the Longines League of Nations (LLN) in show jumping will not be utilized as a pathway to Olympic qualification.