Latest News – The Horse

Vaccines, Dewormers, and Nutrition for Senior Horses
Ensure your horse’s “healthspan” equals his lifespan by optimizing his immunity, parasite control, and feed programs.
Laminitis Has Changed Our Plans
Four weeks ago I was planning out the show season for 19-year-old Dorado and me. I was planning with my friends and trainer to go

Phase II of NAHMS Equine 2015 Study Postponed
The study is postponed due to a large-scale highly pathogenic avian influenza outbreak requiring officials’ attention.

The Ergot Alkaloid Enigma
Krista Lea, MS, of the University of Kentucky, presents information to help horse owners and veterinarians understand the stability of ergovaline in endophyte-infected tall fescue, which causes toxicosis in broodmares.
NCSU Veterinarians Treat Corolla Foal
A wild foal found weak and underweight is recovering from several health problems with a veterinary team’s help.

Rotational Deworming can Promote Drug Resistant Parasites
Many veterinarians now recommend using fecal egg counts to determine your horse’s deworming needs.

Groups Join Coalition for Horse Racing Integrity
The coalition supports national oversight of uniform medication standards in Thoroughbred racing.

Black Elected American Horse Council Chairman
Jerry Black, DVM, was elected June 15 at the American Horse Council’s annual meeting in Washington, D.C..

Researchers Compare Different Types of Horses’ Temperaments
Factors such as age, breed, discipline, and more can impact a horse’s temperament, scientists found.
Circle Oak Equine Adds Surgery and Imaging Center
The practice, located in Petaluma, California, also offers equine sports medicine and rehab services.
UK Ag Regulatory Services Plays an Important Role
Learn how the Division of Regulatory Services aids those in Kentucky’s agricultural industries.

A Look at Switzerland’s Equine Protection Laws
Switzerland is a leader in animal rights legislation, and the impact on horse management is significant.
Dozens of Horses Seized from Texas
A couple faces multiple animal cruelty charges after law authorities seized the horses at their Montgomery County farm.

Equine Grass Sickness: What You Need to Know
This potentially deadly condition affects grazing horses. Learn about its clinical signs, treatments, and prognosis.

UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Wenying Zhu
Zhu’s research focused on evaluating intra-articular glucocorticoid therapies for equine osteoarthritis.

Using Herbicides for Horse Pasture Weed Control
Good stewardship and management practices will help ensure you get the most benefit from an herbicide application.