Latest News – The Horse

King William County, Virginia, Horses Test Positive for EHV
The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ (VDACS) has confirmed a diagnosis of equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) on a second farm in Virginia. Last week

LMU Students Share Collaborative Research Project Updates
Eight veterinarian students from Lincoln Memorial University (LMU), in Harrogate, Tennessee, spent their summer collaborating with researchers in the University of Kentucky (UK) Department of
Texas Horse Owners Prepare for Hurricane Harvey
Some owners have already evacuated horses from areas in the storm’s path while others are still making plans.

Equine Infectious Anemia Found in North Carolina Mule
The 14-year-old female mule from Johnston County has been euthanized.
Horses Saved From Goshen Historic Track Barn Fire
All 16 Standardbred horses residing inside were led to safety.
Florida Veterinarian Faces Animal Cruelty Charges
Gail Nichols, DVM, and her husband, Paul Smith, are facing charges after 30 horses were seized from their property.

Winterizing Pastures Starts in Fall
A fall nitrogen application is a simple and relatively inexpensive step that can positively impact your pastures.
UK Gluck Center to Host Fifth USDA-NIFA Symposium on EAV
This year’s symposium will focus on the outcomes of the EAV studies undertaken as part of the a USDA-NIFA grant.

Senior Can’t (or Won’t) Eat Hay? No Problem
If your aging equid can’t or won’t eat hay, don’t worry: there are several other fiber options available.

What Genetic Disorders are Breed Specific?
Dr. Ernest Bailey shares information about genetic diseases that related to specific breeds.

UK Partnership Provides Opportunities for LMU Vet Students
This summer eight Lincoln Memorial University vet students spent time working with University of Kentucky researchers.

Texans Should Prepare for Flooding, High Winds from Harvey
Find tips on preparing farms, ranches, horses, and livestock, ahead of Hurricane Harvey’s arrival.

Page Rejoins UK Gluck Center’s Immunology Group
Dr. Allen Page’s multifaceted role at UK will involve working as a scientist and veterinarian.

Alfalfa Chaff vs. Pellets: Can Form Affect Gastric Ulcers?
Alfalfa products with smaller particle sizes appear to be more effective in helping limit gastric lesion formation.


Short-, Long-Term Effects of Vibrating Platforms Studied
There were no musculoskeletal differences between treatment and control horses, but there were behavioral differences.