Latest News – The Horse
Electric Fencing
We just got a 4-year-old stallion at our barn, and I wanted to know if even with electric fencing will he be able to break out to get in with the mares that are in the paddock next to him?
Researchers Seek Input on Barn Fire Survey
Researchers are seeking information on human and animal losses or injuries, the cause of the fire, and the type of emergency response.
Racetrack Veterinarian Robbins Dies
After helping found the American Association of Equine Practitioners in 1954, Jack Robbins, VMD, served 22 years on the organization’s ethics committee.
How Should I Feed a Hot or Spooky Horse?
Dr. Clair Thunes offers advice on feeding sensitive horses that seem to get hot on certain diets.
Sensible Sheath Cleaning
Male horses require routine sheath cleaning to prevent pain, discomfort, or even infection.
Retired Racehorse Project Goes National
The fledgling Retired Racehorse Project is moving its signature event–the Thoroughbred Makeover–from Baltimore, Maryland, to Lexington, Kentucky, in 2015.
SPANA Launches Appeal to Tackle Diseases in Working Equids
The charity is raising the funds needed to vaccinate against and treat life-threatening diseases such as tetanus.
How to Measure a Horse
How tall is your horse or pony? Here’s how to find out.
Equipment for Managing Horse Pastures
Learn about pasture management equipment and how and when to use each implement.
Defra, BHS Work Together to Lead British Ragwort Debate
The British Horse Society (BHS) conducted the largest survey of the English equine population to assess levels of awareness and concern about ragwort.
Laboratory Diagnosis of EHV-1
Dr. Udeni Balasuriya of the University of Kentucky’s Gluck Equine Research Center shares information about diagnosing equine herpesvirus-1 and interpreting test results.
Weed of the Month: Wild Violet
Wild violet is distributed widely throughout the eastern United States and occurs most frequently in highly maintained pastures, turf grass, and landscapes.
How are Flex Tests Used in Soundness Exams?
Discover what flexing a joint can tell a veterinarian about a horse’s soundness.
Coffey Named Chair of UK Animal and Food Sciences Department
Richard Coffey, MS, PhD, is the current director of the UK Research and Education Center and will begin his new administrative role by April 1, 2015.
Survey: Managers Use Outdated Parasite Control Strategies
A recent survey conducted by researchers at the University of Kentucky found a high percentage of Thoroughbred farm managers used rotational deworming without monitoring drug effectiveness.
Understanding Coronavirus
For years, veterinarians have recognized equine coronavirus (ECoV) as a cause of intestinal disease in foals. Recently, however, gastrointestinal illness associated with ECoV has been seen in adult horses.
