Latest News – The Horse
AHS Deaths Near 500 in Thailand, Vaccination Begins
Horses are confined to netted stalls to protect them from the midges that spread African horse sickness and to prevent potential spread from the new vaccine.
Washington Horse Confirmed With EHM
State animal health authorities have confirmed a King County horse with the neurologic form of equine herpesvirus-1. The horse’s boarding farm is currently under quarantine.
The Best Defense: Maximizing Foal Immunity
Newborn foals are easy targets for every kind of bacterium, virus, and other pathogenic organism. Here are some steps you can take to maximize your foal’s immunity from gestation to weaning.
Equine Innovators: COVID-19 and the Equine Economy With Dr. Jill Stowe
University of Kentucky researcher and equine industry economist Dr. Jill Stowe gives a glimpse of how COVID-19 is impacting the horse world and looks at the financial challenges that lie ahead.
Should I Feed a Ration Balancer Once or Twice Per Day?
Feed manufacturers design ration balancers to make feeding horses simple. But is it better to divide a daily portion into two feedings?
Mowing Horse Pastures to Keep Them Healthy
Equine forage researcher Krishona Martinson, PhD, MS, of the University of Minnesota, explains when to mow a horse pasture and how long to let them grow.
COVID-19 Limits Public Land Access for Horseback Riding
Public lands are managed by several local, state, and federal agencies, meaning rules and closures might vary, even within the same area. Find out if and where you can ride.
14 Tips to Keep Yourself Safe From COVID-19 When Trail Riding
A veteran trail rider shares practical tips to keep yourself healthy and maintain social distancing while still enjoying time on your horse.
Horses and Dogs Understand and Adapt to Each Other in Play
An Italian study found horses and dogs can play together, communicating their intentions of playing and reading and mimicking each other’s facial expressions.
Chicago Considers Ordinance to Ban Horse-Drawn Carriages
New legislation in Chicago will prohibit the city from issuing licenses to operators of horse-drawn carriage businesses there.
How to Start a New Horse Pasture
Equine forage researcher Krishona Martinson, PhD, MS, of the University of Minnesota, explains the steps involved in turning newly cleared property into a productive horse pasture.
California Premises Released From EHV-1 Quarantine
The affected horse has met testing requirements, and no additional horses were infected.
3D-Printed Horseshoes Provide Personalized Equine Foot Care
Dutch researchers are printing custom shoes, which allow for a perfect fit so farriers and veterinarians can address specific hoof issues and lamenesses.
AAEP Offers COVID-19 Resources for Vets and Horse Owners
Find tips to keep veterinarians and horse owners safe during the pandemic.
Does Your Horse Have PPID?
Learn about the clinical signs, diagnosis, and management of pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID) in this visual guide.
Equine Infectious Anemia Confirmed in Georgia Horse
The Clarke County horse is the state’s first case of 2020.
