Latest News – The Horse

Michigan Confirms Additional Horses With EEE, WNV
Mosquito abatement continues in an effort to stem the potentially fatal diseases in both humans and animals.

Unsung Trace Mineral Heroes
While copper, zinc, iron, and selenium get a lot of attention in equine diets, manganese, iodine, and cobalt are also important for horse health.

Colorado’s Equine WNV Cases Now Number 10
Horses in eight counties are reportedly affected.

California Confirms 14th Equine WNV Case in 2019
The affected horse is Sacramento County’s first case of the year.

California Horse Tests Positive for Neurologic Equine Herpesvirus
CDFA recommends vigilance for potentially exposed horses.

Fall Feeding Tips for Horses
As autumn approaches, consider whether you need to make changes to your horse’s diet in preparation for winter.

Hay for Horse Health
Horses with conditions such as muscle or metabolic disease might have special hay needs to stay healthy.

Horses Can Learn to Open Doors, Gates
Researchers found that horses can teach themselves to open a variety of locks and latches.

Identifying Thoroughbreds
Do you own an off-track-Thoroughbred who’s lost his papers and name? Here are tips on finding out his identity and racing history.

Thoroughbred Makeover: Growing by Leaps and Bounds
Over the past six years, the Thoroughbred Makeover has grown from a breed showcase to a world-class competition. Join us as we learn about the program’s evolution and how it’s help rev the market for OTTBs.

Back to Work: Transitioning Horses Into an Exercise Program Safely
Taking a horse from a sedentary state to active working fitness can be a form of rehabilitation. However, there’s no one-size-fits-all program. Learn how to safely transition your horse into an exercise program.

Another Michigan Horse Succumbs to EEE
The 15th horse in the state has succumbed to the deadly mosquito-borne brain inflammation this year.

Comeback Kids
Patience and perseverance are key for bringing off-track Thoroughbreds back from injuries sustained post-racing.

Ruben’s Road to the Thoroughbred Makeover
The Horse: Your Guide to Equine Health Care‘s managing editor and lifelong Warmblood owner shares her experience training her first OTTB for the Thoroughbred Makeover. Here’s what she has learned.

Another Connecticut Horse Diagnosed With EEE
The case marks the fourth New London County horse confirmed EEE-positive in September.

RRP Emphasizes Welfare With New Thoroughbred Makeover Arrival Exam
Arrival exams will include an assessment of body condition score and vital signs, examination for lameness at the walk, and a scan for a microchip.