Latest News – The Horse
Nyquist Wins 142nd Kentucky Derby, Remains Unbeaten
Nyquist is the first undefeated Derby winner with eight victories since Majestic Prince in 1969.
Rush Named KSU Vet College Executive Associate Dean
Dr. Bonnie Rush is a professor of equine internal medicine at Kansas State University.
Researchers Develop Online Tool to Help Make Farms Safer
Scandinavian researchers created a stable management tool designed to keep both horses and humans as safe as possible.
Cathryn Sophia Wins 2016 Kentucky Oaks Before Record Crowd
Land Over Sea and Lewis Bay rounded out the top three in front of 124,589 spectators.
BHS: Be Vigilant This Spring for Sycamore Seedlings
Owners are encouraged to watch for sycamore seedlings, which can cause atypical myopathy, in horse pastures.
USEF, Time to Ride Partner for ‘Let’s Move’ Initiative
The groups will partner with the goal of bringing 25,000 new youth engagements to equestrian sports in 2016.
How to Sell Your Used Saddle in 7 Simple Steps
Selling a saddle takes preparation, timing, patience, and a little luck. Here are seven tips to help with the process.
DDFT Injury, MRI, and Medical Treatments
An accurate diagnosis with MRI can play a significant role in a horse’s long-term return to activity after DDFT injury.
The Pros and Cons of French Drains on Horse Properties
Horses for Clean Water Direct Alayne Blickle describes what a French drain is and how they can help control mud.
AAEP On Call Program to Support 2016 Derby, Oaks Telecasts
Dr. Keith Latson will be on hand to provide health reports regarding the athletes in the Kentucky Oaks and Derby races.
Long-Haul Transport and Horse Health Risks
Long-distance transport poses risks for horse health and welfare that should not be taken lightly, researchers found.
BLM to Offer Two Tours of Fallon Wild Horse and Burro Corral
The public tours of the Indian Lakes Off-Range Wild Horse and Burro Corral in Fallon, Nevada, are scheduled for May 20.
Pasture Grass: The Healthy Choice
You should understand several factors—including age and use of the horse, season, species of pasture grass, pasture management practices, and grazing time available—to best utilize pasture as a part of your horse’s nutritional program.
Field Set for 2016 Kentucky Derby
Nyquist goes off as the 3-1 favorite in the 142nd Kentucky Derby, taking place May 7 at Churchill Downs.
TCA Announces April Award of Merit Winners
ReRun Inc., the Equine Encore Foundation, and the Foxie G Foundation were recognized for aiding Thoroughbreds.
Old World Viruses ‘New’ Cause of Equine Neurologic Disease
Sindbis virus and Middelburg virus have been causing problems in a surprising number of horses, researchers found.
