Latest News – The Horse

Long in the Ears: Caring for Mules and Donkeys as They Age
Aging mules and donkeys need to be managed just as carefully as horses. Here’s what you need to know.

The Latest on Bisphosphonates for Horses
Here’s what researchers know about the use of bisphosphonates and future opportunities for further investigation.

15th California Horse Tests Positive for WNV
The Kings County colt is deceased.

Two Equine WNV Cases at Minnesota Facility
The unvaccinated horses resided on a farm in Fillmore County.

Common Types of Body Clips for Horses
Take a look at five common body clipping patterns used on horses.

Special Report: Preventing 3 Common Equine Joint Issues
Learn how to help your horse avoid joint problems such as osteoarthritis, osteochondritis dissecans, and joint flares. Sponsored by Hyaluronex Joint.

Two Washington Quarter Horses Test Positive for EIA
Both horses reside in Yakima County.

Soccer Device Could Help Assess Riding Arena Footing
An adapted version of a machine used to evaluate soccer terrain might be useful for assessing riding arenas.

Considerations When Treating a PPID Horse That Has Joint Pain
A veterinarian explains what to pay attention to when treating a horse that has PPID or EMS for joint discomfort.

Medicating a Horse’s Eye
Administering eye medication can be tricky, but these tips make the task easier.

Diagnosing and Managing Equine Navicular Syndrome
A veterinarian describes what causes podotrochlosis and how practitioners diagnose and manage it.

Michigan Thoroughbred Recovering From Strangles
The 3-year-old gelding resides in Ionia County.

Training and Management’s Effects on Horses’ Ulcer Risk
Researchers studied the effects of transitioning horses from pasture life to a training program on their risk of developing ulcers.

Can My Horse Stay on a Forage Diet This Winter?
An equine nutritionist explains how to make sure your summertime easy keeper remains healthy this winter.

Rehabilitating the Equine Stifle
Horses with injured stifles have the best chance of returning to full work following a scientifically planned rehabilitation process.

Manage Lameness With Vet and Farrier Collaboration
Because the hooves are integral to soundness, veterinarians and farriers should work together to give lame horses the best prognosis.