The Kentucky Horse Council (KHC) Board of Directors welcomed returning and new board members Nov. 10 following elections at the annual membership meeting, as well as honoring retiring board members.
Racehorse St Nicholas Abbey has reached a “critical” point in his recovery from a fractured leg and subsequent laminitis, Coolmore Stud reported Nov. 28.
Equids (horses, asses, and zebras) are the only animals that sleep standing up.
This year’s expo will feature more than 300 exhibits featuring products and services.
The Irish Connemara pony is known for being both athletic and surefooted. But a recently discovered and frustrating hoof condition can strike these ponies down before they even reach weanling age.
The BCHA recently helped renovate some public facilities using horses and mules to transport equipment.
The award and overall program gives recognition to outstanding equine farms for their dedication to environmental sustainability and management
Researchers found that horses with evidence of colitis that received preventive cryotherapy were 10 times less likely to develop laminitis than horses that did not receive ice.
WEVA board member Chris Riggs, BVSc, PhD, DEO, Dipl. ECVS, MRCVS, shares his thoughts on the recent Chinese Veterinary Conference’s equine track, and the future of veterinary medicine in China.
Course content will include a broad range of topics useful for horse owners in any segment of the breeding industry.
CANTER California became a beneficiary as Ice Horse transitions to a new product line.
Confused about carbs? Get the low-down on some common carbohydrates found in horse feeds.
A burn requires careful treatment to prevent complications, regardless of severity.
Researchers recently confirmed that horses with collapsed heels have impaired hoof deformation and, hence, shock absorption.
The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) can now charge a trainer if certain prohibited substances are administered to horses in their care or control without the requirement for a positive sample to have been obtained.
The Kentucky Horse Council (KHC) Excellence Awards recognize the individuals, groups, and associations whose dedication and innovation, through outstanding achievements, positively impact the Kentucky equine community.
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