Latest News – The Horse

Physiology of Equine Aging
Rutgers researchers have gained a better understanding of how horses’ bodies change as they age. Here’s what we know.

Equine Vaccination: What, When, and Why?
Dr. David Horohov, UK Gluck Equine Research Center director, gives a overview of vaccines and explains their importance.

Phoenix Leads After Day One of Dressage at Rolex Kentucky
Jessica Phoenix (CAN) and Pavarotti danced their way into the lead after the first day of dressage at Rolex Kentucky.

Salt River Horses so Far Safe From Bush Fire
The Cactus fire broke out on April 25 and has consumed about 25 acres.
Making the Best of Stall Rest
Twenty-eight days have passed since my retired Thoroughbred racehorse, Happy, fractured a medial sesamoid bone in his pasture, and I hope I’m not speaking too

Equine Metabolic Syndrome Clinical Signs
Weight gain is a common sign of EMS. But what other indicators should horse owners watch for?

Danielle Jostes Named UK Equine Philanthropy Director
Jostes will connect individuals and stakeholders to strategic priorities within the college’s equine-related programs.

Biosecurity, Hygiene, and Horses
The mainstays of biosecurity still center around good hygiene, diagnostics, quarantine, isolation, and traffic control.

Q&A: Veteran Rolex Three-Day Event Groom Emma Ford
U.S. Olympian Philip Dutton’s head groom shares her secrets to keeping horses healthy during international competition.

59 Horses to Start 2017 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event
The field, including past Rolex champions and four-star first-timers, will begin with dressage on Thursday and Friday.

EMS Horse Hoof Care: Is Barefoot or Shod Best?
Vet and farrier Dr. Vernon Dryden offers insight into foot care for horses suffering from EMS-related laminitis.

Researchers Develop Saliva-Based Equine Tapeworm Test
This could encourage the use of targeted deworming programs to help reduce parasite resistance, scientists said.

Elzinga Wins Second UK Vet Science 3-MT Competition
Sarah Elzinga, MS, is studying inflammation and insulin dysregulation in the horse.

Indoor Arena Dust: Damaging to Horse and Rider
Dusty arenas could be compromising your respiratory health, right along with your horse’s.

Equine Metabolic Syndrome: Is There a Genetic Link?
Certain breeds seem more susceptible to EMS. Dr. Amanda Adams shares information about possible genetic links.

Horse Hoof Abscesses
Find out how to treat and prevent this common equine hoof problem in our special guide!