Latest News – The Horse
2013 International Helmet Awareness Day Scheduled
Riders4Helmets will host International Helmet Awareness Day 2013 on June 22.
Connecticut to Virginia with an Elderly Horse
In a previous post, Nicole Ehrentraut from Da Vinci Equine gave an overview of her building a specialty emergency response and transportation business. In this
Princess Haya Opens 2013 OIE Assembly in Paris
She described the importance of finding sustainable solutions to human and animal health issues.
Montana Horse Discovered Dead
Authorities are seeking information about whoever is responsible for the Ravalli County horse’s death.
2013 Update on Nocardioform Placentitis in Kentucky Mares
Subsequent to the nocardioform placentitis surge in 2011, research in this field has progressed.
Study Reviews Cecal Cupula Impaction Colic (AAEP 2012)
Until recently cecal cupula impactions had only been reported in conjunction with other cecal problems.
Tying Up: A Breed-Specific Disease
Dr. Erica McKenzie of Oregon State University shares the horse breeds and diseases associated with tying up.
Weed of the Month: Star-of-Bethlehem
Star-of-Bethlehem is a cool-season perennial of the lily family.
UK Equine Farm and Facilities Expo to be Held June 19
Horse owners and farm managers will be able to view a range of equipment and supplies for farms of all sizes.
2013 ISES Conference Early Bird Registration Extended
Early bird registration for the 2013 ISES conference has been extended until May 31.
UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Mieke Brummer
Brummer?s research focused on selenium and how selenium status affects horses’ antioxidant status.
Researchers Recommend Three-Tiered EIA Testing
After comparing results from current methods, researchers recommend a three-tiered approach EIA testing.
Reported Equine Deaths Exceed 150 in Oklahoma
More than 150 horses reportedly perished in the tornadoes that hit Moore and the Oklahoma City area May 20.
Castration as a Solution?
Just as a combination of factors have lead to the surplus of unwanted horses, only a wide variety of ideas and programs will begin to solve the problem.
UKAg Dean Scott Smith Receives Lyons Award
Nominators highlighted Smith’s effective leadership during tumultuous times for Kentucky agriculture.
RRTP Selects Trainers for Thoroughbred Makeover
Twenty-six professionals, amateurs, and juniors will participate in the Thoroughbred makeover.
