Latest News – The Horse
Horse Positive for Strangles in Palm Beach
This is the first confirmed case of strangles in Florida for 2023.
Managing Proximal Suspensory Disease in Horses
A veterinarian describes the many ways to treat this complex yet common cause of lameness and poor performance.
Strangles Quarantine Released in Kentucky
Quarantine has been released at the training facility in Fayette County were one horse tested positive for strangles.
California EHM Quarantine Released
Quarantine has been released at the facility in Riverside County where one horse tested positive for EHM in December.
Feeding Your Horse During a Drought
If you are experiencing a hay shortage, consider these options for hay replacement.
Pergolide Study Shows Long-Term Improvement in PPID Horses
A 13-year study showed this PPID treatment improves horses’ clinical signs and quality of life over prolonged periods.
Mares Behaving Badly: Is it Estrus or Something Else?
Find out if your mare’s frustrating antics are due to estrus, and learn about ways to keep them in check.
Keeping Clients, Patients, and Kids Happy in Equine Practice
One veterinarian and single mom describes how she effectively manages her practice, her children, and her self-care.
Michigan Pony Positive for Strangles
The pony resides in Livingston County and is recovering.
How Infectious Diseases Spread Between Horses
Wildlife can spread rabies and equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM) to horses, so secure your barn against unwanted visitors.
EHM Confirmed in Ontario Horse
The horse resides in the Region of Waterloo.
Before You Breed Your Horse: Costs and Considerations
Ensure your decision to breed is the right one and that you’re prepared to handle the costs and commitments involved.
Louisiana Botulism Outbreak Update
The death of at least 20 horses in Louisiana and 28 horses in multiple other states has been officially linked to Clostridium botulinum type C in alfalfa hay cubes.
Quarter Horse Mare Positive for Strangles in Florida
The mare resides in Putnam County.
EHM-Positive Horse Euthanized in Minnesota
The horse lived in Washington County, where 25 horses were exposed.
Michigan Horse Positive for Strangles
The horse resides in Shiawassee County.
