Topics for the University of Kentucky’s showcase include epidemiology and diagnostics, infectious disease, immunology and parasitology, nutrition, musculoskeletal issues, genetics, and economics.
The stocking rate of livestock on a pasture has a significant impact on both forage productivity and financial profitability of an operation.
Improper pasture management of horses during the winter and early spring can adversely affect pasture quality and the environment. Using drylots can help.
The survey asked owners, managers, and riders about arena construction characteristics, air quality, arena footing, and associated health outcomes in horses and humans.
James N. MacLeod, VMD, PhD, steps into the program’s director position for the second time. He also served as its first leader shortly after the program’s formation.
With the cold weather almost upon us, we must take into account several important considerations for preparing and maintaining older horses throughout winter.
The University of Kentucky Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory has a new system that allows lab personnel to reliably identify bacteria within a day.
Dr. Craig Carter received the inaugural Allen W. Hahn Lifetime Achievement Award in Veterinary Informatics, which honors those who’ve dedicated their careers to being leaders, educators, and innovators in veterinary informatics.
As we move into fall, here’s a quick list of recommendations from the University of Kentucky to help manage pastures.
The University of Kentucky is where Keith and Laura Haag first fell in love with horses, and it’s where they turned to get advice to improve the environment for the horses on Endeavor Farm.
To establish a baseline, researchers are recruiting EAA/T center directors and volunteer coordinators to complete an online survey about equine facility air quality.
You can find 18 videos to help inform horse owners, farm managers, and veterinarians about equine parasitology best practices starting in October.
Just six or seven months ago, Kentucky was dealing with overabundant rainfall and soaked pastures, but now things are close to bone dry. Kentucky needs rain, and fast.
The Retired Racehorse Project offers three educational seminars on Friday, Oct. 4, hosted by the editors of The Horse: Your Guide to Equine Health Care.
Several faculty members and students in the University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment’s Department of Animal and Food Sciences recently earned national awards.
Blue-green algae can produce toxins that affect the nervous system and liver. Exposed animals can die quickly, or they can develop liver failure over several days. Get tips to protect your horse.
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