Latest News – The Horse
New York Horse Tests Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Delaware County.
20 Strangles Cases Confirmed at Private Washington Facility
The outbreak is located in King County.
8 New Equine WNV Cases Confirmed
The cases are located in Montana, Wisconsin, Colorado, Utah, and California.
Forage-Focused Diets for Young Horses
When switching your horse to a forage-focused diet, first obtain a hay analysis and choose a ration balancer that fills the nutritional gaps.
Senior Horse Feed and Fiber
An equine nutritionist explains why senior feeds are high in fiber and why that’s good for your older horses.
Is Your Horse Getting Enough Sleep?
What is good-quality sleep, and how much do horses need? Researchers offer advice on helping horses get enough sleep.
How Can I Get My Picky-Eater Sport Horse to Consume Enough Calories?
Get advice on encouraging a hard-keeper to eat more. The first step? Rule out health problems.
North Dakota Horse Tests Positive for WNV
The case is located in Mountrail County.
Wisconsin Warmblood Tests Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Marathon County.
Antioxidants and Equine Joints: What the Science Says
Researchers caution that more studies are needed to fully understand the effects of antioxidants on equine joint health. Here’s what they know now.
Equine Rhinitis Virus Reported in Oregon
One horse in Josephine County is sick.
Florida Horse Euthanized After Contracting EEE
This is Florida’s seventh confirmed EEE case of 2026.
Florida Reports 23rd Strangles Case of 2026
One horse in Marion County has tested positive, and 17 horses have been exposed.
Dr. Martine van Zijll Langhout to Deliver 2026 AAEP Keynote
Dr. Martine van Zijll Langhout will discuss lessons learned as an African wilderness vet during the AAEP keynote presentation.
Caring for Minis, Donkeys, and Mules
Read about the unique nutritional and management needs of these equids.
Addressing Dental Issues in Horses
Learn why an annual veterinary dental examination is the foundation for good oral hygiene.
