Latest News – The Horse
UF Researchers Seeking Input on Survey
Researchers at the University of Florida are conducting an equine industry survey to gauge interest for an additional, unique service that could be provided by local equine hospitals.
Lloyd’s of London, UK Partnership Continues
Lloyd’s of London supports the University of Kentucky’s publication of Equine Disease Quarterly.
How Your Horse Sees
Dr. Sharon Spier, U.C. Davis, Calif., explains horses’ vision; what a horse sees in a collected frame, equine night vision, how blind spots affect the approach to jumps, and much more!
Senior Horse Feed: Not Just for Seniors
Here are five situations when a senior feed could benefit a horse, regardless of age.
Texas Police Probe Horse Cruelty Case
Texas police are hoping that the public can help them find whoever allegedly injured a horse and a steer at an exhibition venue in San Angelo.
University of Kentucky Oncologist Receives Award
The University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Foundation and Hagyard Equine Medical Institute presented UK oncologist Jonathan Feddock, MD, with a check for $77,500 in proceeds from their event honoring the late hunter/jumper rider Betsy Fishback.
Long Island University Post Launches Equine Studies Program
The program has four areas of focus: equine management, equine education, equine health, and an interdisciplinary track.
Michigan Barn Fire Claims 17 Horses
Michigan fire authorities are probing the cause of a barn fire in Edwardsburg, Michigan, that killed 17 horses.
What Can I Do About My Horses Rushing the Gate?
An equine behavior expert and veterinarian offers tips on handling horses that crowd and rush the gate at mealtime.
Do Horses Prefer Patting or Scratching?
Recent study results lead researchers to believe a scratch wins over a pat as a more effective reward.
Whitfield Ethics Probe to Continue
The Office of Congressional Ethics will continue investigating if Rep. Ed Whitfield’s wife unfairly influenced the congressman about Tennessee Walking Horse-focused legislation.
KHC Annual Meeting Set for Nov. 16 at Shaker Village
The agenda for the meeting includes a board of director’s election, 2014 review, upcoming events, Kentucky Horse Council input from members, and an equine industry update.
Winter Pasture Grazing
Even when you have a lot of pasture it’s very challenging trying to use it in the winter and still maintain its integrity.
Does Your Sport Horse Have a Huge Heart? He Might!
Often called the “athlete’s heart,” an enlarged heart in a horse is frequently accompanied by murmurs and arrhythmias.
Participation Sought on Performance Horse Management Survey
The survey is part of a study into links between management practices and musculoskeletal health, injury, and performance.
Surgical Technique Prevents Large Colon Entrapment
New research shows that a minimally invasive surgical technique developed at the University of Pennsylvania College of Veterinary Medicine’s New Bolton Center can help prevent the recurrence of colic caused by entrapment of the large colon.
