Latest News – The Horse
PET Scan Research Could Improve Racehorse Safety, Welfare
A standing equine PET scanner will soon be available at Santa Anita Park. Veterinarians and researchers hope it will ultimately help identify subtle pre-existing bone changes before they lead to catastrophic injuries.
Evicting Carpenter Bees From Horse Barns
Carpenter bees are important pollinators but can cause extensive structural damage. An entomologist shares advice on how to control populations on horse farms.
EEE in Florida Horses: Case Confirmed in Polk County
The affected undervaccinated 8-year-old Quarter Horse stallion developed clinical signs on April 24 and was euthanized due to a poor prognosis.
Are Apple Seeds Bad for Horses?
Apples are a token equine treat, but could they be toxic? While it’s unlikely, our nutritionist still says to use caution when feeding fruits to horses.
EHV-1 in Ohio Horses: Six Cases Confirmed
Four of the six EHV-positive horses showed respiratory signs of disease (three of which have died) and two are showing neurologic signs.
EIA in Saskatchewan: Cases Confirmed in Two Municipalities
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency national reference laboratory confirmed one case in the rural municipality of Beaver River and another in the rural municipality of Meadow Lake.
EHV-1 in Nevada: Quarantines Lifted
One additional case of EHV-1 abortion was confirmed in Humboldt County in April. The NDA did not issue a quarantine for this case because the incubation period has passed and no horses have been moved to or from the property.
What is a Ration Balancer?
Are you looking for an economical option to make sure your easy-keeping horse is getting the nutrition you need? Dr. Clair Thunes suggests trying a ration balancer.
Breeding Horses: How to Get Better Pregnancy Rates With Cooled Semen
Researchers identified three ways to help improve pregnancy and foaling rates: breeding mares multiple times in a season, inseminating close to ovulation, and choosing a stallion with progressively motile sperm.
2019 Kentucky Derby: Country House Awarded Win Upon Historic DQ
For the first time in Kentucky Derby history, a winner was demoted for an infraction committed during the running of the race. Stewards disqualified front-runner Maximum Security for causing interference and awarded 65-1 longshot Country House victory.
Vets Test New Surgical Procedure for Horses With Wobbler Syndrome
Researchers developed the new method for horses based on work conducted in humans. The procedure involves two stabilization devices: an intervertebral device to reduce compression and screws with rotating heads and connecting rods to stabilize the vertebrae.
10 EIA-Positive Horses Euthanized in Iowa
The euthanized Quarter Horses geldings ranged in age from 3 to 9 years old.
Belgian Horses Genetically Predisposed to Developing Ocular Cancer Type
Belgian horses with two copies of the DDB2 genetic variant are four times more likely to develop ocular squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) than those with one or no copies, researchers found.
Blood Tests and Balanced Equine Diets
Dr. Clair Thunes shares information about how blood tests can help ensure your horse is getting the nutrition he needs.
Ammonia: Out of My Barn!
Ammonia buildup can affect a horse’s respiratory health and performance, but it is preventable with sound management practices. Download this free report to learn more.
The Race-Day Routine
A strict series of pre-race procedures is designed to ensure racehorse safety and welfare.
