Latest News – The Horse
Saddle Up Safely Participates in Concussion Conference
University of Kentucky representatives presented at the International Sports Concussion Consensus Conference in Germany.
UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Ashton Miller
Miller is studying the immune system of geriatric horses, particularly those with PPID, or equine Cushing’s disease.
Managing Equine Arthritis on a Budget
Veterinarians can keep diagnostic costs lower by using as much information from routine tests as possible.
Dallisgrass Makes a Rare Impact on Kentucky Horse Operation
Scientists believe a batch of hay containing dallisgrass caused neurologic problems in horses residing in Bell County.
Canker Hoof Infections Make Cranky Horses
Canker is a chronic and painful infection of the frog of the hoof. Learn how veterinarians treat and prevent it.
Readers, Staff Share Why They’re Thankful
Take time this Thanksgiving to reflect about the people, experiences, and horses that you’re thankful for.
Meet the U.S. Army Caisson Horses
These iconic horses serve an important role and receive meticulous consideration when it’s time for them to retire.
The Horse Readers, Staff Share Why They’re Thankful
Take time this Thanksgiving to reflect about the people, experiences, and horses that you’re thankful for.
Hot Topics in Hoof Care, Part 2: Shoeing the “Normal” Hoof
A farrier explains what a “normal” horse hoof is supposed to look like and how it affects shoeing.
Is There Such Thing as a Highly Sensitive Horse?
Is it possible that some horses, like people, are born with a highly sensitive nervous system?
Rib Fractures and Performance Horse Discomfort
In one study 15 affected horses presented with a sudden change in ridden behavior, but only one had a history of trauma.
Oklahoma Reports Two More Equine WNV Cases
Fourteen Oklahoma horses have tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV) this year.
Gulfstream Park Released From EHV-1 Quarantine
All horses in the high-risk barns tested negative and no additional cases were detected during the 14-day quarantine.
Poll Recap: Fall Vaccine Boosters
Of the 412 respondents, 193 (47%) said their horses received boosters for equine herpesvirus and influenza this fall.
TAA Accredits 27 Thoroughbred Aftercare Groups in 2016
The TAA now has 64 accredited organizations operating at more than 180 facilities across the United States and Canada.
Iowa State Student to Receive $75,000 Veterinary Scholarship
Alaina Kringen will receive the $75,000 Coyote Rock Ranch Veterinary Scholarship from the AAEP Foundation.
