Latest News – The Horse
Equine WNV Confirmed in Washington County, Tennessee
One horse has tested positive for the disease.
Feeding Horses: Putting Weight on Senior Horses
Shannon Pratt-Phillips, PhD, shares how to help thin senior horses gain weight before winter in this podcast episode. Sponsored by Kentucky Performance Products.
Case Study: Osteochondritis Dissecans in a Warmblood Foal
Find out how a colt with persistently puffy hocks but no lameness was diagnosed with and treated for a medial malleolus lesion.
New Test Shows Promise for Assessing Equine Laminitis Risk
Researchers validated a rapid test for measuring adiponectin, a hormone associated with metabolic health and laminitis risk in horses.
Washington Horse Tests Positive for Equine Influenza
The horse lives in Pierce County.
Equine WNV Confirmed in Tennessee
The case is located in East Tennessee County.
Is Your Horse’s Diet Really Balanced?
A nutritionist can assess forage, feed, and supplements to identify nutrient gaps and tailor a ration to your horse’s needs.
The Vital Role of Vet Techs in Equine Practice
Veterinary technicians help veterinarians provide top-level care to their clients and patients. Learn more about their roles.
What’s Up With My Horse’s Hooves?
How soon can I ride my horse after he gets trimmed or shod? How do I know if he has thin soles? Vets and farriers answer these common hoof health questions and more.
Management Changes for Horses With Asthma
Managing equine asthma starts with identifying and reducing triggers, such as hay dust or pasture allergens, through targeted changes to feeding and turnout.
4 Suspected Pigeon Fever Cases in Oregon
The cases are located in Deschutes and Crook counties.
2 Strangles Cases Confirmed in Florida
The horses live in Marion County.
South Carolina Horse Tests Positive for Rabies
The horse lived in Aiken County.
1 Confirmed, 25 Suspected Equine Influenza Cases in Ontario
The cases are located in Wellington County.
New Equine WNV Cases Confirmed in Tennessee and Florida
Two horses have tested positive for the disease.
Vitamin E Supplementation for Horses
Horses need the essential nutrient vitamin E for proper muscle and cell function. Here’s how you can be sure you’re meeting their requirements.
