Latest News – The Horse
Tips for Keeping Mares in Foal (AAEP 2012)
Proper and timely intervention can mean the difference between a live foal and a lost one.
Equine Digestive Health
Our experts answer your questions about ulcers, GI tract problems, and general “tummy troubles” in horses.
EHV-1 Confirmed at Illinois Boarding Stable
Illinois State Veterinarian Mark Ernst, DVM, confirmed March 6 that EHV-1 has been diagnosed in that state.
Utah EHV-1: Case Count Stands at Seven
The Utah state veterinarian’s office has confirmed seven equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) cases in Cache County.
Florida EHV-1: Equine Influenza Confirmed at HITS Facility
Multiple horses exhibited clinical signs of influenza before testing positive for the disease.
Lecture on Equine Drug Research, Testing Scheduled
The lecture will illustrate advances in drug surveillance capabilities and discuss existing challenges.
Full Circle Ownership
The AQHA’s Full Circle program, available at not charge for current AQHA members, can help owners track horses from their past.
Healthy Horse Manure
From digestion to infectious disease, Dr. Erin Denney-Jones discusses what horse poop tells us about the health of our animals.
TAA Accepting Accreditation Applications
Thoroughbred aftercare organizations can now apply for Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance (TAA) accreditation.
Hoof Angles’ Impact on Lameness Examined
Research shows that various angles of the outer and inner hoof are linked to different kinds of lameness.
Barn Fires: The Veterinarian’s Role
A well-thought-out approach to triage after a barn fire can save horses’ lives.
Florida EHV-1: Disease Surveillance Continues
Animal health officials are monitoring horses stabled at the HITS facility in Ocala, Fla., for signs of EHV-1.
EHV-1: Information You Need to Know
Over the past two weeks TheHorse.com has followed reports of equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) positives in Florida, Utah, New Jersey, and Quebec. Sure, this isn’t our
Utah EHV-1: Additional Cases Confirmed
The Utah state veterinarian’s office has now confirmed a total of six equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) cases.
Regulators Discuss Jockey Club Drug Rules
Regulators met via conference call March 4 to discuss new model medication rules set to be adopted by RCI.
Differences in Urine
My two horses’ urine output is very different in smell and color. What could be causing this?
