Jul 02, 2023

USEF Launches Vesicular Stomatitis Education Module

The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) has launched a new education module focused on vesicular stomatitis (VS).

With the outbreak of VS in California, Dr. Katie Flynn, Senior Staff Veterinarian-Equine Health & Biosecurity, saw a specific need to have a learning module focused on recognizing VS symptoms. This is intended to safeguard horse health and the continuous operation of competitions.

The module is available to anyone interested in learning more about VS and obtaining insights into identifying suspect lesions on horses.

View the module.

This module will provide the following:

An overview of the vesicular stomatitis virus
An outline of requirements for USEF-licensed competitions with horses from VS-affected area(s)
An explanation of the USEF competition arrival examination protocols
Picture examples of VS lesions
An outline of the role of a technician and veterinarian for identifying and rejecting VS-suspect horses

Eligibility for appointment as a “designated individual” under the VS policy can be attained by completing the module and a quiz.

To learn more about the current outbreak, please visit usef.org/vs/.

Nov 12, 2024

Rebecca Farm Returning Gold Level Sponsor of the 2024 USEA Annual Meeting & Convention

The USEA is pleased to announce Rebecca Farm is returning as a Gold Level Sponsor for the USEA 2024 Annual Meeting & Convention. The Annual Meeting & Convention takes place at The Westin Seattle Hotel, in Seattle, Washington, on Dec. 12-15. Rebecca Farm will be sponsoring the continental breakfast and coffee each morning. It will be offered on Thurs.-Sun. from 7:30 a.m.–9:00 a.m. for all Convention attendees.

Nov 12, 2024 Profile

Taylor McFall: Full Speed Toward Eventing

Growing up as a self-proclaimed “free-range child” on her family’s Dragonfire Farm in California, Taylor McFall beelined her way toward horses from the time she could walk. That idyllic childhood helped cement Taylor’s love for horses at an early age.

Nov 11, 2024 Eventing News

Putting the Bow on a Great Weekend at VHC Eventing

Whether competing on a U25 team or riding in a senior division, an exciting weekend of sport was had by all at VHC Eventing, presented by Capital Square. With over 450 riders flocking to the historic venue, all three phases ran concurrently with both sides of the cross country course in use and multiple rings in session. This weekend’s winners rose above the fray to take home well-earned blue ribbons.

Nov 11, 2024 Membership

Honoring USEA Veterans and Active-Duty Military Members

On this Veteran's Day, we wanted to take a moment to recognize and honor members of our USEA family who have previously served or are actively serving in the various branches of our U.S. military. Meet some of them below and please join us in thanking them for their service.

Official Corporate Sponsors of the USEA

Official Joint Therapy Treatment of the USEA

Official Feed of the USEA

Official Saddle of the USEA

Official Equine Insurance of the USEA

Official Forage of the USEA

Official Supplement Feeding System of the USEA

Official Competition & Training Apparel of the USEA

Official Horse Boot of the USEA

Official Shockwave of the USEA

Official Horse Wear of the USEA