Latest News – The Horse
WNV in Delaware Horses: Two New Cases Confirmed
An unvaccinated yearling Standardbred filly from Kent County was euthanized while an unvaccinated 6-year-old Belgian mare, also from Kent County, is recovering.
Stem Cell Injection Site Reactions in Horses
Horses are at risk of adverse effects anytime they receive injections. However, researchers recently determined that stem cell injection site reactions in horses were uncommon in the population they studied.
More Than Two Dozen Horses Removed From Florida Farm
A herd of allegedly neglected horses is receiving rehabilitative care after being removed from a property near Lake Butler.
Choosing an Ex-Racehorse
Before you take the plunge, learn what to be wary of as well as what to expect when choosing an ex-racehorse.
Certain Maple Tree Seeds Can Kill Horses
Equine atypical myopathy and seasonal pasture myopathy are caused by eating maple tree seeds or saplings containing hypoglycin A.
Scenes from the 2018 Retired Racehorse Project Thoroughbred Makeover
The Retired Racehorse Project’s 2018 Thoroughbred Makeover took place October 4-7, 2018, at the Kentucky Horse Park. This year’s event featured more than 500 off-track-Thoroughbreds competing in 10 different equestrian sports.
UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Shavahn Loux
Shavahn Loux has been involved in a wide range of equine reproduction projects, particularly focusing on monitoring gestational health using bioinformatic tools.
Mineral of the Month: Phosphorus
Phosphorus is the second most abundant mineral in the horse’s body; about 80% of it is found in horses’ teeth and skeleton.
Utilizing Cost-Share Programs on Horse Farms
Cost-sharing programs can cover 50% to 90% of the actual costs, allowing horse owners to invest in farm improvements that might otherwise be out of their budget.
RMTC Provides Updates on Tactical Research Studies in Horses
RMTC tactical research studies focus on detecting, identifying, and inhibiting the use of illicit substances in racehorses.
RMTC Fully Accredits Florida Racing Laboratory
The University of Florida Racing Laboratory, which performs testing of horse racing samples for the Florida Division of Pari-Mutuel Wagering, is the 10th to become RMTC-accredited since 2013.
WNV in Kentucky: Additional Horse Tests Positive
The 3-year-old Quarter Horse gelding from Carlisle County presented with lethargy and rear-limb ataxia but has improved and has a favorable prognosis. The horse’s current WNV vaccination status is under investigation.
No 2018 WEG Equine Drug Tests Positive for Banned Substances
However, two endurance horses tested positive for corticosteroids, which are considered controlled medications (substances regularly used to treat horses, but must be cleared from the horse’s system by the time of competition).
Researchers Study Inflammatory Markers in Endurance Horses
Drs. Allen Page and David Horohov have studied inflammatory markers in racehorses since 2012. This was their first opportunity to measure those markers in nonracehorses.
California Owner Surrenders Injured, Abandoned Mare
California law enforcement authorities are crediting social media with helping find the person who allegedly abandoned an injured mare in Santa Barbara County earlier this month.
Is It Time for Your Horse to Retire?
Working with your veterinarian, farrier, and trainer and considering your horse’s physical, mental, and social needs will help you make the best decision for when and how you should transition him to a more leisurely lifestyle.
