Latest News – The Horse
Strangles in Horses: Predicting Disease and Complications
Few study horses with strangles showed the “classic” signs of disease, researchers determined.
Variations in Horse Conformation
There is no one ideal body type; there are, however, conformation traits that can affect performance across the species.
The Grass Guide: Tall Fescue
Tall fescue is a very hardy forage able to withstand high summer temperatures, drought, moisture stress, and shade.
Parasight System Featured on Cover of Parasitology Journal
The Parasight System is a smartphone-based fecal egg diagnostic and intestinal parasite management tool for vets.
A Closer Look at Genetic Testing in Horses
Scientists are learning more about horses’ DNA and how mutations impact health, behavior, performance, and more.
Minnesota Veterinarian Brings Equine Science to Mongolia
A vet and his team are challenging tradition and skepticism to bring modern veterinary medicine to remote horse herders.
UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Lauren Goedde
Goedde studied whether an omega-3 DHA supplement affected a stallion’s sperm motion characteristics and viability.
Toxin Topic: Johnsongrass Poisoning in Horses
Johnsongrass is a drought-tolerant weed that can cause nerve and fetal damage in horses.
Save the Dates for Fall Events Hosted by UK Gluck Center
Events include the John F. Timoney Symposium, Equine Research Hall of Fame event, and Reproductive Diseases Symposium.
EIA-Suspect Horse Identified In Colorado
Confirmatory tests are currently being run after a nonracing horse at Arapahoe Park tested positive for EIA.
Tampa Bay Downs, Gulfstream Park Support Equine Research
Each track has donated $10,000 in support of advancing equine medical research in Florida.
A Memo From the UKVDL Regarding CEM Sample Submissions
The USDA has issued revised guidelines for contagious equine metritis (CEM) culture. Here’s what you need to know.
More Than 200 Horses Displaced by California Wildfires
Most of the evacuated horses are residing at the Fairplex fairgrounds, while some are stabled at Santa Anita Park.
Time for Kentuckians to Take Mosquito Protection Measures
UK entomologists have captured Asian tiger mosquitoes, a possible carrier for the Zika virus, in Central Kentucky.
What’s New in Treating Pastern Dermatitis
A veterinary dermatologist offers tips on how to properly diagnose, treat, and prevent pastern dermatitis, or scratches.
Hickey Receives 2016 AHC Rolapp Award
Retiring AHC President Jay Hickey recieved the award normally given to a member of Congress.
