Latest News – The Horse
What You Should Know About Colic in Horses
7 things to know before a horse colics, so you can maximize the chances of a successful outcome.
Feeding Horses Prone to Tying-Up
Tying-up is a painful muscle condition in horses. An equine nutritionist offers advice on how to balance your horse’s diet to decrease the likelihood of an episode.
The Conformationally Challenged Equine Athlete
No horse is perfect, and many with conformational flaws go on to compete successfully. What can you live with and how?
Los Angeles Horse Positive for EIA
A Quarter Horse in Los Angeles County, California, is positive for EIA, and eight horses are exposed.
How Effective Is PEMF Therapy for Performance Horses?
New research suggests low PEMF treatment settings might not have many physical effects on performance horses.
Researchers Find Genes That Help Racehorses Cope With Stress
These study results could help breeders and trainers determine which horses have the best DNA for coping with a racing environment.
Florida Horse Positive for EEE
The horse resides in Jefferson County and is currently alive.
U.K. Horse Owners Surveyed on Preparedness for Colic Emergencies
Researchers found that many respondents either felt like they already had good colic emergency plans in place, or they had no intention of creating them.
Arabian Horse Head Anatomy Can Make Common Surgeries Difficult
Due to their small head sizes, Arabians often suffer from overcrowding teeth, respiratory disease, and poor sinus drainage that can be difficult for veterinarians to treat surgically.
Equine Influenza Confirmed in Quebec
The affected horse resides in MRC Marguerite-D’Youville, where 20 horses are exposed.
Strangles at Two Ontario Barns
The affected horses reside in the Regional Municipality of Halton and Middlesex County.
Managing Old Horses With Allergies
Dr. Aja Harvey explains why an old horse might suddenly become very itchy, and how owners can prevent it.
Virginia Horse Center Quarantine Released
The facility has been cleared and disinfected, and the exposed horses have been removed from the premises.
Michigan Pony Positive for Strangles
The pony resides in Macomb County.
Insect Control Strategies for Horse Owners
How to design a multitiered insect control plan to combat flies, mosquitoes, midges, and more.
Managing the Miniature Horse with Allergies
Miniature Horses with allergies can be challenging to manage and might have different dietary needs than their larger counterparts.
