Latest News – The Horse
Kentucky Reports First Equine WNV Cases of 2016
Both affected horses–one from Barren County and one from Hardin County–were unvaccinated, but are recovering.
All Horse, Human Drug Tests From Rio Olympics Clean
A total of 60 equine samples–30% of the 200 competing horses–were tested during the Games.
Is Selenium Deficiency Deadly to Horses?
Too much dietary selenium can cause toxicity or even death. But too little selenium can be life-threatening, as well.
UK Pasture Evaluation Work Showcased at Rangeland Congress
The program staff have performed 160 pasture evaluations, representing more than 30,000 acres, in 20 Kentucky counties.
The Grass Guide: Red Clover
Red clover provides excellent forage quality when grazed or harvested before the flower blooms.
Kentucky Downs Schedules Day to Support Research
The third annual Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation Day is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 3.
Studying Heaves in Horses Could Help Humans With Asthma
Researchers are studying underlying genetic factors that lead some horses to develop heaves while others don’t.
UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Iris Cui
Cui’s research focused on understanding more about the pricing of Thoroughbreds at public sales.
Novel Surgery Successful for Treating Clogged Tear Ducts
The standing procedure involves temporarily inserting tubing from the horse’s tear duct into the sinus cavity.
Enter TheHorse.com’s Photo Contest for Sun-Sensitive Horses
Is your horse sun-sensitive? Submit his story and photo for a chance to win a prize pack!
University of Melbourne Vets Aim to Improve Racehorse Safety
Researchers hope to reduce the risk of racehorse fatalities on the track.
How to Protect Your Horse from West Nile Virus Infection
Late summer is peak transmission season for West Nile, and equine case numbers are rising in many regions.
Why Freeze Stallion Semen?
There are other reasons for freezing a stallion’s semen besides export or transport.
Forest Service Offers Wild Horse Gather Operation Viewing
The Modoc National Forest office will conduct a wild horse gather from private and tribal lands between Sept. 6 and 16.
Carter Receives AVMA Veterinary Congress Prize
Dr. Craig Carter received the AVMA International Veterinary Congress Prize for his work in veterinary public health.
NYSGC to Host Retired Racehorse Meeting on Aug. 30
The public meeting is part of the commission’s efforts to drive attention and resources to racehorse retirement.
