Latest News – The Horse

Do Horses Bond to Humans? Proof Is Lacking, Says Researcher
Study results confirm dogs bond with humans, but science has yet to show horses do as well, even after people use positive reinforcement for training.

Simple, Fast Field Tests Could Transform Equine Biosecurity
Equine biosecurity might become easier thanks to new in-field tests using recently developed isothermal technology, which could detect infected horses in less than an hour.

Washington Confirms WNV in Benton County Horse
The affected horse was not vaccinated for WNV.

Ontario Horse Euthanized Due to EEE
The affected horse was not vaccinated against the disease.

Pennsylvania Officials Confirm a Horse With WNV
The animal resided in Lancaster County.

Managing Low Heels in Performance Horses
Dr. Scott Morrison describes the issues low heels can cause and the mechanical tools farriers and veterinarians can use to address them.

WNV Confirmed in Kentucky Pony
The pony was not vaccinated against the virus, which is spread by mosquitoes.

Florida Horse Euthanized Due to EEE
This is the state’s 16th case of EEE in an equid in 2021.

Seeking Relief: Current Directions in Equine Pain Management
Learn what veterinarians are doing to improve how they control equine pain.

Diagnosing and Treating Itchy Horses
A researcher describes ectoparasites, infections, and hypersensitivity disorders that can cause pruritus in horses.

The Scary Thing About Rabies
Rabies infection can be insidious and vague, posing a threat to you, your horses, and your pets without you even realizing it.

California Horse Euthanized Due to WNV
The mare was unvaccinated for West Nile virus.

Ontario Horses Confirmed With EEE
Both horses were unvaccinated for EEE and were euthanized.

Colorado Confirms Two Horses in Two Counties With WNV
The horses are located in El Paso and Logan counties.

North Carolina Horse Confirmed With WNV
The horse was unvaccinated for the potentially fatal mosquito-borne disease.

Pennsylvania Horse Contracts WNV
The Snyder County horse was confirmed positive by the state veterinarian’s office.