Latest News – The Horse
UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Mieke Brummer
Brummer?s research focused on selenium and how selenium status affects horses’ antioxidant status.
Researchers Recommend Three-Tiered EIA Testing
After comparing results from current methods, researchers recommend a three-tiered approach EIA testing.
Reported Equine Deaths Exceed 150 in Oklahoma
More than 150 horses reportedly perished in the tornadoes that hit Moore and the Oklahoma City area May 20.
Castration as a Solution?
Just as a combination of factors have lead to the surplus of unwanted horses, only a wide variety of ideas and programs will begin to solve the problem.
UKAg Dean Scott Smith Receives Lyons Award
Nominators highlighted Smith’s effective leadership during tumultuous times for Kentucky agriculture.
RRTP Selects Trainers for Thoroughbred Makeover
Twenty-six professionals, amateurs, and juniors will participate in the Thoroughbred makeover.
TOC Commits to Uniform Racehorse Medication Program
TOC has committed to implement the Mid-Atlantic Uniform Medication Program beginning in January 2014.
Update on Equine Australian Bat Lyssavirus Case
Officials visited the affected horse’s home property and reported no animals were showing signs of illness.
Stabilizing Equine Limb Fractures in the Field (AAEP 2012)
Properly stabilizing of equine limb fractures helps improve the chances of successful surgical repair.
How To: Condition Your Horse for Summer Riding
Dr. Erica McKenzie of Oregon State University shares how to get your horse into riding shape after a winter’s rest.
Research Shows Responses to Flexion Tests can be Measured
Recent research shows that a sensor-based system can effectively measure a horse?s response to flexion tests.
New Vocations Seeking Summer Intern
The internship allows college students to gain hands-on experience in the Thoroughbred aftercare industry.
Georgia Horses Removed from Flood Zone
The horses were brought to higher ground last weekend after water from heavy rains threatened their stable.
Study: Pasturing Stallions Together is Possible
Long-term study results show that under certain conditions, stallions can successfully be pastured together.
AAEP Foundation Aids Horses Affected by Severe Weather
The AAEP offers help through its Equine Disaster Relief Fund.
Probe of Horse Death at Mountaineer Racetrack Continues
Officials said May 21 they are still investigating the death of a horse at the Mountaineer receiving barn.
