Latest News – The Horse
Do Horses Use Foot Proprioception?
Researchers found sound horses’ movement didn’t change when traveling on straight, flat surfaces after undergoing foot nerve blocks.
Podotrochlosis 101
Though it goes by several names, the condition is common among horses and frustrating for owners, farriers, and veterinarians alike.
Equine Asthma: Causes and Impacts
Researcher: Veterinarians need to understand the mechanisms behind equine asthma to effectively treat and manage the disease.
Wisconsin Horse Confirmed With Equine Influenza
The Ozaukee County horse is under voluntary quarantine.
Wisconsin Filly Confirmed With Respiratory EHV-1
The affected horse was placed under voluntary quarantine.
Dechra Sponsors Navicular Syndrome Awareness Week on The Horse
Look for educational information about navicular syndrome, or podotrochlosis, all week long, Jan. 16-22, 2022.
Warmer Weather Might Impact Early-Foaling Mares’ Pastures
Warm, wet winter weather could lead to higher ergovaline concentrations in pastures, putting broodmares at risk for fescue toxicosis.
Model: Traditional Deworming Doubles Speed of Drug Resistance
Researchers found treating all horses on a farm four or six times a year with moxidectin or ivermectin makes worms develop anthelmintic resistance two to three times faster than other recommended programs.
Texas Horse Confirmed With EHM
The case marks the state’s first EHM confirmation this year.
Two West Texas Quarter Horses Euthanized Due to EIA
State officials will continue working with local veterinarians and horse owners to monitor potentially exposed horses.
Florida Horse Confirmed With EEE and WNV
The Volusia County horse is recovering after being diagnosed with both Eastern equine encephalitis and West Nile virus.
Two South-Central Texas Horses Euthanized Due to EIA
Officials are working with local veterinarians and horse owners to monitor potentially exposed horses.
Technology Connecting Veterinarians, Clients
Telemedicine is growing in popularity among veterinarians and clients, but it doesn’t come without risks.
Winter Can Mean Poor Footing for Horses
Mud in horse turnouts can create topsoil erosion, increase soil compaction, and cause slip-and-fall injuries to horses. Here are options to reduce mud on your horse property.
5 Tips for Taking Photos to Send to Your Equine Veterinarian
Are you preparing to send your veterinarian a photo of your horse’s most recent injury? Consider these tips first.
Let Horses Be Horses, Even in Elite Sport
Domestication is relatively new to horses, which is why two Italian researchers are urging competitive riders to allow their horses to engage in natural behaviors.
