Latest News – The Horse
CHRB Severely Restricts Clenbuterol Use
The drug, possibly being misused for its anabolic steroid properties, will be severely restricted next year.
UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Ablesh Gautam, BVSc&AH, MS
Gautam’s research focus is on the surface antigen (SnSAG) gene family in the protozoan parasite Sarcocystis neurona, the most common causative agent of EPM in American horses.
Heated Debate Over Potential Hot Branding Ban in Germany
If the proposal passes German horse breeders will no longer be allowed to brand their horses with a hot iron.
Thoroughbred Trainer O’Neill Suspended in TCO2 Violation
O’Neill was penalized under a rule than holds the trainer to be the absolute insurer of his horses’ condition.
Hendra Vaccine Offers Hope for Australian Horse Owners
One scientist said the high number of hendra cases reported in 2011 emphasized the need for a vaccine.
Digital Radiographs Beat Analog for Enterolith Detection
Digital radiography is up to 85% sensitive and 93% specific for diagnosing enterolithiasis in horses.
Kentucky Hay Yields Down
Lower yields are due to a variety of reasons and depend on the type of hay produced and the producer’s loc
Ticks Emerging Earlier than Normal
Ticks typically begin to appear in late spring and early summer, but were reported weeks earlier this year.
Ky. Thoroughbred Farms Take Part in L. intracellularis Study
The study on Lawsonia intracellularis involves 14 Thoroughbred farms and 600 Thoroughbreds in Kentucky.
Sarcocystis Neurona Genome Project Almost Complete
S. neurona causes the neurologic disease EPM. A fully sequenced genome will provide a resource for virulence factor and S. neurona antigen characterization, which could lead to new immunizations or therapeutics against the parasite.
TWH Celebration Directors Deliver Lifetime Ban for McConnell
Under the ban, McConnell and any horse in his care are banned from entering Celebration grounds.
Schneiderman Pushing Ahead in TRF Lawsuit
In state court filings Schneiderman accused the foundation of a pattern of equine abuse stretching nationwide.
New Horseman’s Card Supports Equine Research
Every time a cardholder uses his or her card, the Gluck Center receives a donation.
Joint Disease and Cartilage Repair in Horses
Joint disease is a common lameness cause and a primary reason why many horses’ athletic careers end.
On Horse Sitting and Manure Surprises
As a relatively unencumbered (currently no pets, and a house in suburbia) horsewoman, I find myself farm sitting regularly. I enjoy taking care of someone
Kentucky Horse Council Celebrates 40th Anniversary
The KHC addresses the growth of horse ownership, supports equine businesses, and advocates for at-risk horses.
