Latest News – The Horse
Potomac Horse Fever Confirmed in West Virginia
The horse resides in Jefferson County.
Saliva Tests Detect Early Bone Damage in Equine Athletes
Study findings suggests a biomarker found in horses’ saliva can reveal the level of stress on a horse’s bones and joints during work.
California VSV Outbreak Update
Since the last situation report, nine additional VSV-affected premises have been identified in California.
Two Wyoming Horses Positive for WNV
The cases were located in Fremont and Crook counties.
Grazing Muzzles for Overweight Horses
Grazing muzzles can promote equine weight loss, but it is important to introduce them correctly so horses know how to use them and don’t become stressed.
Michigan Gelding Positive for Strangles
A Quarter Horse in Lapeer County is positive for strangles and under quarantine.
Avoiding Dehydration in Sport Horses During Summer
Keeping competition horses well hydrated isn’t always easy. One nutritionist offers tips to help prevent dehydration.
5 Tips for Feeding Easy Keepers
Follow these steps to help your overweight horse subsist on fewer calories.
Feed Restriction Versus Exercise for Overweight Horses
Here’s how to implement feed and exercise changes for horses that are overweight or obese.
Equine Care for Life: Helping Horse Owners Navigate Veterinary Costs
Dr. Mike Pownall provides actionable insights for veterinarians from Synchrony’s Equine Lifetime of Care study, a report estimating the lifelong cost of owning and caring for a horse.
Georgia Horse Positive for EEE
A horse in Charlton County is confirmed positive for Eastern equine encephalitis.
Strangles Confirmed in Nebraska Barn
Two horses in Custer County are positive for strangles, and 15 cases are suspected.
5 Steps for Equine Weight Loss
Learn how to help your horse shed his excess pounds safely.
What is Missing in Your Horse’s Diet?
Based on a recent horse owner survey, researchers report the most common mistakes made when creating equine diets. Oversupplying calories tops the list.
Vaccinated California Mare Positive for WNV
The affected horse lives in Kern County.
EEE-Positive Florida Horse Euthanized
The horse lived in Jefferson County and was unvaccinated.
