Latest News – The Horse
UK Ag Equine Program Hosts Two June Equine Field Days
University of Kentucky Ag Equine Programs hosted two educational events for horse owners in June.
When and How to Re-Establish Horse Pastures
When the majority of a field becomes unsuitable, it might be time to start over. Here’s what to consider before you begin and how to re-establish your pastures.
What’s the Difference between PSSM Types 1 and 2?
Equine muscle expert Dr. Stephanie Valberg explains the differences between these two diseases that cause horses to tie up.
Deputies Probe Arizona Horse Slashing
Maricopa County, Arizona, sheriff’s deputies are seeking whoever slashed a horse’s neck in its barn near Scottsdale.
Crowdfunding: Donors and Fundraisers, Proceed with Caution
While funds can be raised successfully via Internet financing, some legal and fundraising experts say that caution is key for both donors and fundraisers.
Protecting Horses from Ticks
Ticks might be tough opponents, but there are things you can do to reduce pasture infestations and protect horses.
Blue-Green Algae Poisoning in Horses
Many animals that ingest blue-green algae toxins die suddenly, but some can recover.
Commentary: Better Questions to Answer
Eric Mitchell, editorial director and editor-in-chief of The Blood-Horse, shares his thoughts on Salix and possible studies on the drug.
Colorado Racetrack Offers Bonus to Medication-Free Winners
Arapahoe Park has created a “Race-Day Medication-Free Incentive” program to reward horsemen who do not administer race-day medication to their horses.
UK Ag Equine Programs Receives Two AHP Awards
In the online equine-related newsletter category, the Bluegrass Equine Digest, a partnership between UK Ag Equine Programs and TheHorse.com, with sponsorship by Zoetis, nabbed the top spot.
Making Peace with Senior Feed
I have a confession: It wasn’t long ago that I was in rocky relationship with senior horse feeds. Yes, it had worked well for a
Does Your Horse Need a Dentist?
Find out why you should make regular dental checkups part of your horse’s scheduled maintenance.
Drop in Owners, Registered Horses Focal Point of AHC Forum
Declines in the number of foals and registered horses have created challenges for the equine industry at large, though the situation has raised another major question: Where have all the owners gone?
UK Researchers and Students Present at AMCOP
The 66th Annual Midwestern Conference of Parasitologists took place June 5-7 at the University of Kentucky’s Gluck Equine Research Center.
Poll Recap: Bath Time
Of the 1,198 respondents, 790 (66%) said they rinse their horse after every ride during the warm months.
As Summer Begins, Equine Heat Stress Looms
With summer upon us, it’s a good time to start thinking about protecting horses from inevitable heat stress conditions.
