Latest News – The Horse
What Do Nutritionists Consider a ‘Performance Horse’?
Drs. Clair Thunes and Marty Adams outline what constitutes a performance horse and their unique dietary needs to support athletic training.
EEE Confirmed in Two Wisconsin Counties
The cases mark the state’s third and fourth equids confirmed with EEE in 2021.
Higher-Altitude Training Might Improve Thoroughbred Performance
Study: Working horses in moderately low-oxygen conditions—typical of slightly higher altitudes—could lead to more endurance and better race times for Thoroughbreds.
Wisconsin Horse Euthanized Due to EEE
The 2-year-old filly was unvaccinated.
Researchers Test Model for Assessing Equine Joint Supplement Efficacy
The trial might help answer questions about nutraceuticals’ effects on horse joint health.
New Jersey Horse Euthanized Due to EHM
This is the state’s second confirmed equine EHV-1 case in 2021.
Why Are EHV-Exposed Horses Showing Signs Yet Testing Negative?
Equine epidemiologist Dr. Nicola Pusterla sheds light on the recent discrepant test results related to the equine herpesvirus outbreak in Sonoma County, California.
Idaho Horse Succumbs to WNV
The 14-year-old Quarter Horse mare was unvaccinated against the disease.
Can Stallions Live With Other Horses?
Dr. Camie Heleski of the University of Kentucky talks about research into cohousing for stallions.
What Does My Weanling Need to Eat?
Our nutritionist offers advice on feeding foals both before and after they’re weaned from their dams.
Checking for Equine Gastric Ulcers
Here’s what to expect if your horse needs to undergo gastroscopy, the only surefire way to check for equine gastric ulcers.
Feeding Performance Horses
Is your horse getting the nutrition he needs to reach his athletic potential? Are you looking to build his topline or increase his stamina? Equine nutritionists answer these questions and more.
2021 “Itchy Horse Challenge” Contest: Editors’ Picks
Readers submitted photos and stories of their itchy horses for a chance to win a prize from Kinetic Vet.
Tokyo Olympics Modern Pentathlon and Equine Welfare
Equine behaviorist Dr. Sue McDonnell: “Imagine if that rider had loosened the reins, patted the horse on the neck, and left the arena.”
Seven Texas Horses Confirmed With EIA
Four premises in three counties are affected.
Florida Mare Dies of EEE
This is Florida’s 13th confirmed case of EEE in an equine in 2021.
