Latest News – The Horse
Treating EMS Horses With Allergies
Dr. Susan White describes options for treating laminitis-prone EMS horses that also suffer from allergies.
Wisconsin Horse Positive for West Nile Virus
The horse resides in Dunn County and is under-vaccinated.
Equine Influenza Confirmed in Quebec
Horses in Montérégie and MRC Pierre-de-Saurel are confirmed positive for equine influenza.
Two Horses Positive for EHV-1 in Virginia
Two horses in Lexington, Virginia, tested positive for EHV-1 after stabling at the Virginia Horse Center.
New VSV-Affected Premises in California
Eight new VSV-affected equine premises have been identified in California, including one in a new county, Ventura County.
Effects of Electrolyte Supplementation on Horses in Hot Weather
New research shows that electrolyte supplementation might not be necessary for horses in light to moderate work.
Help! My Horse Won’t Stop Rubbing His Tail
Dr. Aja Harvey explains why a horse might rub his tail and what owners can do to stop it.
How the Multifidus Muscles Influence Lameness in Horses
Multifidus muscle pain and atrophy in horses can cause many problems, including back pain, poor core strength, and limb lameness.
California EHM Quarantine Released
No additional cases of EHM were confirmed at the Stanislaus County facility since five horses were confirmed positive in early June.
Special Report: Supporting Show Horse Health
How can you best support your competitive show horse? Start with what fuels the fire. Sponsored by Vitalize.
Veterinarians Weigh in on Back Pain Diagnosis and Treatment in Horses
Veterinarians across the U.S. share their most successful diagnostic methods and treatments for back pain in horses.
Equine Diagnostic Imaging Decision Tree
Diagnosing lameness in horses can be challenging, but veterinarians have an arsenal of imaging modalities available to help them make an accurate diagnosis.
Michigan Mare Positive for Strangles
The horse resides in St. Clair County.
Potomac Horse Fever Confirmed in Kentucky
The affected horse resides in Scott County.
Postbiotic Might Counter Stress-Induced Gut Microbiome Changes in Horses
Horses’ gut microbiomes changed less during stressful situations when the supplement was on board.
CBD Use in Senior Horses: Seems Safe, but Advantages Still Unclear
Researchers believe CBD might be safe for use in senior horses and are working to determine its efficacy in reducing inflamm-aging.
