Latest News – The Horse
5 Washington Horses Test Positive for EIA
The cases are located in Pierce County.
An Update on the 2026 New World Screwworm Threat
Veterinarians share updates on NWS response efforts, horse movement, event biosecurity, and what horse owners should expect.
Feeding Horses: Hay is for Horses, Part 2
Bob Coleman, PhD, talks about how to get the most out of your hay—from purchase and storage to reducing hay waste.
6 Common Mistakes Owners Make When Managing Equine Joint Health
Delaying treatment, letting horses get overweight, and other common mistakes can contribute to arthritis progression and affect comfort and performance over time.
3-Legged Lameness in Horses: The Likely Players
Horses can (and will) find unique ways to injure themselves. In this article we’ll highlight 4 of the most common causes of sudden lameness.
Conditioning Young Horses
Protecting your young horse’s musculoskeletal system can help reduce his risk of injuries later in life.
Oregon Horse Tests Positive for EHV-1
The horse lives in Crook County.
5 Reasons Your Horse’s Wound Won’t Heal
Here’s how to combat 5 common problems with horse wound healing and determine if the wound warrants a visit from your veterinarian.
Equine Strangles Case Confirmed in Spokane County, Washington
The horse is currently receiving veterinary care.
Maryland Horse Contracts Salmonellosis
The horse lives at a boarding facility in Montgomery County.
EHV-1 Case Confirmed in Powhatan County, Virginia
Two additional horses at the private facility have been exposed.
North Dakota Horse Tests Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Ward County.
16th Horse Tests Positive for EIA at California Facility
The cases are located in Stanislaus County, where 11 horses remain exposed.
How to Start Your Foal on Feed
As foals grow, their nutritional needs change rapidly. Learn when to introduce creep feed and how to support your foal’s healthy development.
Putting the Brakes on Bolting
Does your horse devour his meals? Slowing your speedy eater at mealtime can help prevent issues such as choke and wasted feed.
What Your Horse’s Topline Can Tell You
A hollow back or fading muscle over the loin is not always a supplement problem. Here’s what you can learn from your horse’s topline.
