Welfare and Industry

Discussions about the welfare of our equine friends

UK Equine Programs on Facebook and Twitter

The University of Kentucky’s College of Agriculture has several equine-related pages on Facebook and Twitter with the latest news and events information. Stay up-to-date with the latest happenings by following their activity on their pages.

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A Refresher on Horse Processing in the United States

Time to Say Goodbye

The whole painful process–deciding when the time has arrived, disposing of remains, dealing with grief–can be made less stressful when everything involved with the euthanasia process is understood and decisions are planned ahead of time.

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How Vets can Treat 'Untouchable' Horses

How Vets can Treat ‘Untouchable’ Horses

Treating “untouchable” horses, such as some rodeo stock, is a rare but real challenge for veterinarians. Doing so requires experience, modified drug dosages, and creative restraint techniques to keep humans and horses safe during handling.

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PPID Horses' Hair Cortisol Levels Examined

Managing Horses with PPID (Equine Cushing’s)

Researchers are continually working to find new and better ways to manage and treat horses with pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID, formerly equine Cushing’s). Learn the most up-to-date informations about this disease from our experts.

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