Latest News – The Horse
Lab Expects Kentucky Test Delays to End Soon
Officials at LGC blamed delays on a spike in the number of samples that required follow-up testing after initial analysis.
Cornell Holds 2014 Farrier Conference
This year marked the 30th anniversary of the conference and the 100th anniversary of Cornell’s farrier school.
Infographic: Healthy Coats
A glossy hair coat is a sure sign of horse health. Discover the steps to bringing out the best in your horse’s coat in our visual guide.
Getting Equitation Science Research Into the Real World
As equitation science advances, researchers say they’re recognizing the increasing need to share their findings with the riding public. And one group of Scottish scientists believes a good way to reach horse owners is through their veterinarians.
Kentucky Lawmakers Get Cobalt Update
Kentucky has been part of ongoing research and testing involving high levels of cobalt salts.
Kentucky Drug Council Moves Toward Uniformity
The council will go along with several changes in withdrawal times and threshold levels that would move the state toward National Uniform Medication Program policies.
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.
