Latest News – The Horse
2021 Good People for Good Horses Award Winners Announced
The ASPCA has recognized eight outstanding members of the equine community in its third annual Good People for Good Horses Awards.
Do Popular Equine Oral Joint Supplements Work?
One researcher assessed the efficacy of four joint supplement ingredients: chondroitin sulfate, glucosamine, Boswellia serrata, and turmeric. Here’s what she found.
Winter Traction Devices for Horse Hooves
Snow and ice during winter can cause footing problems for horses, especially those called upon to do something other than loaf in the pasture or paddock.
AAEP Publishes Equine Piroplasmosis Guidelines
Natural tick-borne transmission of EP in the United States is rare, but veterinarians have recognized cases in recent years specifically involving iatrogenic transmission in Quarter Horse racehorses.
Winter Enrichments and Activities for Horses
Are your horses bored during the winter and early spring months? One farm owner offers ideas to keep them entertained.
Equine Body Language: 7 Signs to Recognize
While each horse is different, here are some common behavioral signs that can help you tell if your horse is happy, sick, or painful, as well as keep you safe.
7 Horse Conformation Flaws: Piecing Together What We Know
What impact do structural deviations really have on your horse’s soundness and performance? Here’s what you should know.
Researcher: How Riders Fall Should Influence Helmet Design
Standardized helmet tests measure the equipment’s reaction to hitting a steel anvil, but equestrians usually fall on softer, less rigid surfaces.
Selling or Giving Away a Horse With Issues
Find out what you should tell buyers about the horse’s challenges and how to ensure he gets an appropriate home.
EHM Confirmed in Ohio Horse
Fifteen more horses were exposed.
Florida Horse Confirmed With EEE
The case marks the state’s 20th equine case for 2021.
EIA Confirmed in Four Arizona Horses
The horses reside on a single premises in Maricopa County.
10 Fever-Related Resources on TheHorse.com
We’ve dug through our archives to find our best resources to help owners understand and address fever in their horses. Sponsored by Zimeta.
Why Is My Horse Eating Wood Shavings Used for His Bedding?
An easy keeper began eating bedding after his owner started soaking his hay. A nutritionist describes possible reasons for this behavior and suggestions to solve it.
Making Sure Your Horse Has Water During Severe Winter Storms
Texas experienced record-breaking winter weather and power outages in February 2021 that forced owners to get creative to ensure their horses had access to water. Read about their solutions in this reprint.
6 Things Your Horse Really Wants for Christmas
Tractors, breeches, and horse-themed jewelry might make up your wish list. But what would your horse ask Santa for?
