Researchers found many people accept that working with horses is dangerous—especially more experienced riders or those working with horses for financial gain.
The case of West Nile virus marks the state’s first in 2021.
The horse was tested at the request of a rescue facility’s owner to comply with pre-entry requirements.
Here’s a look at some common misconceptions about PPID and the truth behind them.
Researchers recently confirmed that a new drug test can detect the bisphosphonate tiludronate disodium (Tildren) in horses up to three years after they received the medication.
The private facility where the horse resides is under voluntary quarantine.
Churchill Downs Inc. has suspended racehorse trainer Bob Baffert for two years. The disciplinary action is the latest for Baffert as the investigation into Kentucky Derby winner Medina Spirit’s positive drug test continues.
The 12-year-old unvaccinated Miniature Horse was euthanized.
Kentucky Derby favorite Essential Quality made up for his loss at Churchill Downs with a Belmont Stakes win.
Veterinarians could soon determine which horses are at risk of certain neurologic diseases through a simple urine test that reveals how a horse breaks down vitamin E.
Pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID, or equine Cushing’s disease) is caused by an enlargement of the pituitary gland’s middle lobe (the pars intermedia), which results in an overproduction of hormones that regulate bodily functions. Learn more about this disease in our slideshow.
The key lies in offering the horse other behaviors—backing, for instance—to perform besides head-butting.
Researchers found the gastric ulcer drug might affect microbiomes less in horses than in humans and dogs.
Learn how veterinarians diagnosed and managed six real-life equine Cushing’s cases that strayed from the classic scenarios.
As social animals, horses have a basic need to connect with others, and it is essential to their well-being and survival.
The Kentucky Horse Council will award $3,000 in scholarships to students attending state programs in pursuit of equine careers.
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