Latest News – The Horse
Does Insulin Cause Equine Laminitis?
A veterinarian explains the relationship between high insulin and laminitis in horses.
How Does the Equine GI Tract Work?
Discover how each region of your horse’s digestive system works in this visual guide.
How Bonded Are You To Your Horse?
Researchers determined six key factors for evaluating the human-horse bond.
Can I Feed My Horse an Acid-Buffering Supplement Long-Term?
Born to forage all day, horses constantly secrete stomach acid. Acid-buffers can help meal-fed horses, but will they create future problems? Find out from our equine nutrition expert.
Michigan Percheron Positive for EEE
The mare resided in Roscommon County and was euthanized.
3 Equine West Nile Virus Cases in Minnesota
The positive tests were in Fillmore, Mower, and Winona Counties.
Should I Breed My Insulin-Resistant Horse?
An equine veterinarian explains the risks of breeding an insulin-resistant mare.
Horses’ Expressions Can Indicate Mounting Block Stress
Results from a new study revealed some horses might associate mounting blocks with bad experiences.
Massachusetts Horse Positive for Equine Herpesvirus
The Worcester County horse was euthanized.
Imported Warmblood Positive for WNV in California
The stallion was likely exposed to WNV in Mexico before arriving in the U.S.
Unvaccinated Idaho Horse Positive for WNV
The Canyon County gelding is recovering.
Controlling Obesity in Horses
Using a focus-on-forage approach, a veterinarian specializing in equine nutrition explains how she plans a diet for easy keepers.
Case Study: Proximal Suspensory Desmopathy
A young Quarter Horse reiner undergoes treatment for a left-hind proximal suspensory ligament injury.
Exploring ‘The 5,500-Year Journey’ With Horses
A horsewoman embarks on a cross-country trip with her horses, from Paris to Florence, to better understand the horse-human connection.
24 Pain Behaviors of the Ridden Horse Documentary Trailer Released
Film delves into how ‘naughty’ horse behavior is often a reflection of underlying musculoskeletal problems.
Partnerships: Do Horses Want What We Want?
A positive horse-human relationship starts with an awareness of shared goals.
