Latest News – The Horse
Demystifying Fungal Infections of the Equine Hoof
A journeyman farrier shares his insight into fungal foot infections that can compromise hoof health and cause lameness.
UK Launches Senior Horse Survey
Researchers at the University of Kentucky are seeking input from owners of older horses through Nov. 20.
Respiratory Health Awareness Week on The Horse
Sweet PDZ Horse Stall Refresher and The Horse have partnered for Respiratory Health Awareness Week, held Oct. 26-Nov. 1.
Horse Hay Analysis: Dry Matter vs. ‘As Sampled’ or ‘As Fed’
While nutritionists working with ruminants tend to focus on the nutrient content of feeds on a dry matter basis, in equine nutrition we mostly focus on the as-fed value of nutrients.
Equine Innovators: Dr. Amanda Adams Talks About Older Horses
Dr. Amanda Adams of the University of Kentucky, in Lexington, describes her senior horse research, which focuses on EMS, PPID, and immune system health.
The Nose Knows: How Horses Can Help With Search and Rescue
Equine adventurer, trainer, and author Tik Maynard got the chance to watch a “scenting” horse used for search and rescue in action. Here’s what happens when you let a horse follow her nose.
AAEP Virtual Convention: Smart Solutions for Practice Challenges
Starting Dec. 1, the reimagined convention will blend live and on-demand educational sessions.
Getting to the Bottom of Chronic Idiopathic Anhidrosis
A genomic study of horses with CIA found the condition is highly heritable. Here’s what else the researchers learned about horses that don’t sweat.
Is Rained-On Hay Any Good for Horses?
Learn about how rain during harvesting can affect hay quality and whether you should feed rained-on hay to your horses.
Similar but Different Minerals in Horse Feeds
Their names might sound the same, but their molecular makeups are different. Are organic or inorganic forms of trace and macrominerals better for horses?
Study: Mare Vocalization Associated With Foal Survival
Researchers observed feral herd interactions during a three-year study and found effective mare-foal vocal communication seems to help foals survive.
Surgeons Use Inflated Balloon to Fix Equine Nasal Bones
Two fillies with facial fractures went on to high-performance careers after undergoing successful surgeries to repair their sinuses. Veterinarians based the technique on one used to repair human skull fractures.
Exploring the Scientific Side of Dressage
A research team including Dr. Hilary Clayton reviewed existing studies quantifying elite dressage performance as the group works to establish a classifications system for paradressage.
Genetic Variant for EFIH in Thoroughbreds Found
This is the first genetic variant for hypoparathyroidism identified in any domestic animal species. Testing is now available.
After a Two-Week Lull, VSV Confirmed in Missouri
The premises is located in Texas County, Missouri.
Washington Horse Confirmed With Equine Influenza
The positive test resulted in a voluntary quarantine of the horse’s premises.
