Latest News – The Horse
Tall Fescue: Endophyte-Infected, Endophyte-Free, and Novel-Endophyte
Tall fescue is one of the most widely grown perennial grasses in the world and covers approximately 37 million acres in the United States alone. But some varieties can be detrimental to horses. Here’s what you need to know if you have tall fescue in your pastures.
Study: African Horse Sickness Test Reproducible According to Stringent OIE Standards
Researchers showed that the VP7 blocking ELISA test is highly reliable and works in exactly the same way every time its used, an important factor African horse sickness control and monitoring.
Nonhealing Equine Conjunctivitis? Parasites Might be to Blame
Periocular habronemiasis appears as granulous lesions around the eye as a result of parasite infestations. While it was once more common in tropical and subtropical climates, veterinarians have begun diagnosing it in regions as far north as Europe and the United States.
Feeding Weanling Horses: Tips to Remember
Weanlings should grow steadily and moderately as rapid weight gain could put them at risk for developmental orthopedic diseases. Three experts share their tips for achieving appropriate growth via nutrition.
Rabies Found in New Jersey Horse
The 20-month-old colt from rural Cape May County had been treated at a referral facility and was tested for rabies because he showed neurologic symptoms.
Abortion in Horses: Incidence and Causes
Equine abortion remains a common issue, and both infectious and noninfectious causes are frequently responsible.
EHV in New York: Cases Diagnosed in Schuyler County
Two Quarter Horses at a single facility in Schuyler County have tested positive for EHV-1.
Protecting Your Horse Property From Theft
Thefts happen in barns, at horse shows, and from pastures. Learn how to keep your horses, possessions, and people safe.
EHV in Virginia: Cases Confirmed in Hanover County
Two horses were euthanized due to severe neurologic deficits and a third began exhibiting neurologic signs on Jan. 10.
Study: Slight Side-to-Side Saddle Movement Appears Normal
Recent study results suggest that it’s normal for saddles to shift left to right during the stride, as long as the movement is so slight it’s hard to actually see.
Kentucky Equine Research Conference Coverage
Take a look at 30 years of equine dietary developments presented at the 2018 KER Conference, which took place Oct. 29-30 in Lexington, Kentucky.
What Injuries Can a Horse Sustain From Pulling Back?
What kind of physical damage can be done when a horse pulls back violently? A sports medicine practitioner weighs in.
International Equine Disease Report, Third Quarter 2018
Officials reported diseases including African horse sickness, equine influenze, strangles, EHV-1, EIA, and more.
AAEP to Celebrate Veterinary ‘Good Works’ in 2019
Owners and organizations can nominate veterinarians who have contributed veterinary services or resources to benefit horses and the local equine community for recognition during the AAEP’s 2019 Good Works Campaign.
Horse Gait Analysis: Eight-Point Sensor System Shows Promise
Horse gait analysis is getting more advanced: A recently developed and tested comprehensive motion sensor system can simultaneously record and analyze data remotely from eight parts of a moving horse body, researchers say.
Horse Hay Analysis: What are ‘ADF’ and ‘NDF’?
Acid detergent fiber and neutral detergent fiber measurements can help you decide if hay is good for your easier keeper, broodmare, or growing foal.
