Latest News – The Horse
Oklahoma Quarter Horse Contracts WNV
The horse lives in McCurtain County.
The Value of Hoof Radiographs
A veterinarian explains why hoof radiographs are important, how to use them, and what role they play in helping your horse feel and move better.
Tips for Correctly and Safely Fitting a Horse Blanket
Learn how to calculate your horse’s blanket size, prevent rub marks, and practice safe blanketing in this visual guide. Sponsored by Tough1.
Feeding Horses on Competition Days
An equine nutritionist offers advice for feeding horses on competition days to support energy, digestion, and performance.
2 Alberta Horses Test Positive for EIA
The equine infectious anemia cases are located in Clearwater and Athabasca counties.
Can Horses Eat Pumpkin?
Do you want a festive fall treat for your horse? Find out if pumpkin is a safe choice.
Washington Horse Tests Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Thurston County.
What Type of Colic Is It?
Learn about 14 types of colic, or abdominal pain, in horses and their prognoses.
Top Tips for Safe Equine Weight Loss
Can horses lose weight too fast? Does exercise or dietary restriction work better for equine weight loss? Two experts answer these questions and more.
Mare Hormones and Behavior
Dr. Carleigh Fedorka explains which mare behaviors are normal and which are cause for concern in this Ask TheHorse Live excerpt.
Unvaccinated Ontario Standardbred Tests Positive for WNV
The horse lives in Grey County and is recovering.
2 Ontario Horses Test Positive for Strangles
The horses live at a boarding facility in Peterborough County.
Wisconsin Stallion Tests Positive for WNV
The horse, confirmed to have West Nile virus, lives in Green Lake County and is recovering.
Florida Pony Tests Positive for Strangles
The pony lives at a private facility in Suwannee County.
Equine Reproduction Specialists Urge Late Gestation Ultrasound Exams
Late-gestation ultrasounds help detect fetal position and placental problems early, improving safety and pregnancy outcomes for mares and foals.
Horse Owners Invited to Share Videos Celebrating Equine Veterinarians
AAEP invites horse owners to submit short videos honoring their vets; selected clips will debut at the December convention and online.
