Latest News – The Horse
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?
Can Moderate Exercise Build Better Bones in Baby Horses?
Researchers: Understanding the impact of early exercise on growing horses could help prevent bone fractures in the future.
Noted EPM Researcher Lindsay Dies at 66
Dr. Dave Lindsay was a professor of parasitology at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine.
Lack of Cross-Matching Stem Cells Fundamental to Failure
Researchers demonstrated that a recipient horse’s immune system can recognize allogeneic stem cells and stimulate an immune reaction, particularly with repeated doses.
Michigan Pony Succumbs to WNV
The mare had not been vaccinated against West Nile virus.
The Hardy Horse: How Horses Handle Winter
From growing a thick winter coat to producing heat as they digest forage, here’s how horses are inherently designed to cope with cold weather.
Stem Cells or PRP for Equine Tendon and Ligament Injuries?
Indications for their use and how veterinarians choose between the two therapies.
Two Alberta Horses Confirmed With EIA
The horses resided in two adjoining Central Alberta locales.
Winter Horse Care Tips for Owners
Horses can live outside in comfort year-round with a few amenities provided by their owners.
