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Toxin Topic: Johnsongrass Poisoning in Horses

University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment June 25, 2016

Johnsongrass is a drought-tolerant weed that can cause nerve and fetal damage in horses.

Toxin Topic: Snakebites and Horses

University of Kentucky's College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment July 23, 2011

The long hot days of summer bring an increased snakebite risk to all animals, including horses.

Toxin Topic: Landscaping Plants to Avoid

University of Kentucky's College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment May 28, 2011

Owners often base plant choices in aesthetics, but toxicity should be considered when planting near horses.

Toxin Topic: Slaframine Intoxication

University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment July 17, 2010

The wet spring weather and abundant clover growth in Central Kentucky has made 2010 a bumper year for slaframine toxin, or “slobber toxin.”

Toxin Topic: Red Maple Toxicosis

University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment June 22, 2010

Red maple trees are beautiful trees that grow extensively throughout eastern North America. However, horse owners should be aware these trees can pose a serious risk to horses.

Toxin Topic: Adverse Drug Effects

University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment May 28, 2010

Therapeutic drugs such as antibiotics, anti-inflammatory and pain relief medications, anesthetics, and antiparasitic drugs can dramatically improve the health and well-being of horses. However, many horse owners are unaware that virtually all drugs can cause unintended side effects, or adverse effects, that sometimes can be serious.