Latest News – The Horse
The Foundation for the Horse Offers New Grant Opportunity
New Innovation and Discovery Research Grants are available to aid in equine research.
Two Florida Horses Test Positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis
A Quarter Horse and a Miniature Horse were euthanized after testing positive for EEE.
Third California Horse Tests Positive for EHV-1
A Holsteiner mare tested positive for EHV-1 after attending an event in Sacramento County.
Washington Horse Tests Positive for Strangles
The state veterinarian’s office reported the case, which was detected on a Spokane County boarding farm, on June 4.
Inactivated African Horse Sickness Vaccine Shows Promise
Study results suggested vaccination with inactivated viruses of all nine serotypes could protect most horses from AHS.
AAEP Publishes Leptospirosis Guidelines
The American Association of Equine Practitioners has published guidelines about leptospirosis risk factors, transmission, clinical signs, treatment, and other considerations.
Special Report: Medical Management of Kissing Spines
Discover how shock wave therapy, mesotherapy, and ongoing maintenance helped a young event horse with kissing spines return to performance in this free report.
Second California Horse Tests Positive for EHV-1
An Irish Sport Horse mare tested positive for EHV-1 at a California boarding facility.
Transforming a Leaky Gut to a Healthy One
4 key factors contribute to a leaky gut: diet, environment, performance, and medications.
California Horse Tests Positive for EHV-1
A Thoroughbred mare tested positive for EHV-1 at a California boarding facility.
Choosing Salt and Mineral Blocks for Horses
How do you choose between plain white salt blocks, red mineralized blocks, and rock salt on ropes? One nutritionist offers advice on adding salt in your horse’s diet
Advances in Understanding the Pathophysiology of Placental Disease
Techniques that allow researchers to understand the underlying mechanisms of disease include genetic analyses, RNA sequencing, and advanced proteomics and lipidomics.
The Performance Horse’s Therapy Toolkit
Read about some of the trending and emerging treatments for keeping performance horses feeling their best.
Oregon Horse Tests Positive for EHV-1 After State Meet
A horse developed neurologic EHV-1 after traveling to the Oregon High School Equestrian Teams (OHSET) state championship.
Diagnosing Diarrhea in Foals
Signs and tests that can help you and your veterinarian quickly identify the various causes of foal diarrhea.
Planning for Your Horse’s Show Season Success
Three top sports medicine veterinarians say the best way to stay competitive is by developing a proactive approach to managing every aspect of your horse’s health and soundness.
