Latest News – The Horse

Equine Influenza Confirmed in Washington Horse
The property where the horse resides is now under a voluntary quarantine.

Researchers Study Factors Leading To Show Jumping Faults
They found that at the elite level, horses and riders are more likely to have faults at combinations, water verticals, and fences later on course.

Chiropractic’s Effects on Lameness and Back Pain in Horses
Researcher: Chiropractic care might help address the compensatory pain and dysfunction that result from a primary lameness.

California EHV Update
The state has released case numbers current as of March 14, 2022, for the ongoing outbreak.

Small But Mighty: Caring for Ponies
Learn what makes managing ponies special—from their critical need for nutritional supervision to their often feisty personalities.

Equine Airway Health Starts in the Barn
Take these management steps to maintain or improve your horse’s respiratory health.

A Quick Guide to Macronutrients for Horses
The three major macronutrients—carbohydrates, fats, and protein—make up the bulk of the equine diet and are the main nutrient sources necessary for all aspects of life.

Equine Gastric Issues and Digestive Health
An upset digestive system can lead to bigger problems, ranging from gastric ulcers to colitis to colic. Sponsored by Purina Animal Nutrition.

The Foundation for the Horse Accepts Gifts for Ukrainian Equine Relief
The AAEP’s charitable arm is collecting financial gifts for those providing emergency relief and support for veterinarians and equids in Ukraine.

Equine Network Announces 2022 Horse Week Film Contest
The Horse Week Film Contest is an opportunity for both amateurs and professionals to demonstrate their equine storytelling skills.

Fruitful Endeavors: Stallion Fertility
Many factors influence stallion fertility, a good number of which can be managed and improved.

Steroids or Orthobiologics: Which is Right For Your Horse?
Dr. Weston Warnock shares reasons your vet might recommend either choice for your horse.

How Do Horses Travel? Researchers Need Your Help!
University of Kentucky researchers are conducting a survey to gain a better understanding of the purposes and ways horses are transported.

Can Orthobiologics Help Navicular Horses?
Dr. Weston Warnock shares his clinical experience using orthobiologics to help manage horses with foot pain.

California EHV Outbreak Update
The latest statistics confirm a total of 11 EHM cases and 86 EHV-1 cases with fever and/or mild signs only.

Third Orange County Premises Quarantined for Equine Herpesvirus
No known epidemiological link exists between this and two other affected premises in the county.