Latest News – The Horse
Timoney Recognized for Equine Streptococcal Disease Research
Dr. John F. Timoney retired from the UK Department of Veterinary Science in 2016 after 34 years.
Most Riding Horse Fractures Result From Pasture Accidents
The most common fracture sites in competition and leisure horses were the medial splint bone and the head.
Oldham County, Kentucky, Mare Tests Positive for EHV
The Thoroughbred mare presented with acute neurologic signs and was euthanized following an examination on Oct. 13.
Poll Recap: Who Eats Breakfast First: You or Your Horse?
Of the 1,375 respondents, the vast majority said their horses get breakfast first in the mornings.
UK Reaches 100th Seminar Series Milestone
Seven speakers presented lectures during a mini-symposium focused on “Ensuring the Golden Years: Care of Old Horses.”
What if Boarders Don’t Pay Their Bills?
Attorney Rachel Kosmal McCart share insight for barn owners trying to collect money from delinquent boarders.
Risk Factors for Colic Surgery Incision Failure Studied
This rare, but potentially catastrophic, complication occurs in less than 1% of colic surgery patients.
Kentucky Horse Council Announces New Directors
New directors include Dr. Anna Hichborn Dunlap, Aubri Hostetter, Travers Manley, Dr. Rocky Mason, and Katlynn Sacco.
Corn in Horse Feed: Good or Bad?
With some measures in place, corn can be a valuable calorie source for horses in heavy work, our nutritionist says.
Behavior Disclosures When Selling a Horse
When do you need to tell a buyer about a horse’s past negative behaviors? Find out from attorney Rachel Kosmal McCart.
BLM Completes Wyoming Wild Horse Gather
The BLM gathered 1,560 adult wild horses and 408 dependent foals with their dams.
Therapeutic Riding Horses Don’t Experience Undue Stress
Researchers confirmed that therapeutic riding horses exhibited low physiological and behavioral stress responses.
Equine Colic: Where Are We Now?
It’s been said that as long as there are horses, they will colic. This remains true, but survival rates are improving.
Benefits of Microchipping Horses
Learn how microchips can benefit horses and their owners, especially after natural disasters.
Three to Join BLM Wild Horse Advisory Board
James French; Sue M. McDonnell, PhD; and Fred T. Woehl, Jr. will each serve a three-year term.
Scientists Study Elapid Snakebites in Horses
If diagnosed and treated promptly and properly, survival rates can be quite high for equine elapid snakebite patients.
