Latest News – The Horse
Florida Officials Confirm Horse With West Nile Virus
This is the state’s third equine case for 2019.
An Introduction to Slide Plates
Reining horses and those competing in other cattle events often wear slide plates. These specialized hind shoes allow them to slide while reducing joint stress.
Laminitis Survivors: Getting Back on Grass
After a horse has had a bout of laminitis, can she be brought up slowly on grass again? If so, how soon can this be done?
Practical Biosecurity Tips to Protect Your Horses
Use these disease prevention strategies to protect your horse on the farm, at the horse show, and in the breeding shed.
USDA Officials Confirm 63 Newly Affected Vesicular Stomatitis Premises
Seven states remain affected by vesicular stomatitis virus.
California Horse Euthanized Due to West Nile Virus
Officials confirm Madera County’s second case.
Three Connecticut Horses Confirmed EEE-Positive
Two of the horses have been euthanized, and one is recovering.
Texas Officials Confirm Eight Equine Infectious Anemia Cases
Affected counties include Camp, Collin, Kaufman, Tarrant, and Travis.
Washington Officials Confirm Equine West Nile Virus Case
Announcement marks the state’s first 2019 case.
Nine New Jersey Horses Contract EEE
Veterinarians diagnosed the latest five cases in Atlantic, Morris, Ocean, and Salem counties.
Weed Management for Small Horse Properties
Our equine nutritionist gives advice on how to prevent weeds in your horse pastures.
Colic: What Should I Do Until the Vet Gets Here?
An equine critical care specialist shares advice for dealing with a colic while waiting for your vet.
15 is the New 10: Keeping the Middle-Aged Horse Healthy
Find out how to keep your middle-aged horse’s teeth, feet, joints, and more healthy.
Keeping Your Horse Healthy on the Trail
Learn how to prepare for, prevent, and handle potential emergencies on the trail.
Grasping Insulin Resistance in Horses
Two leading researchers explain insulin’s effects on the body and how to manage the insulin-resistant horse.
10 R. equi Resources on TheHorse.com
Rhodococcus equi is the most serious cause of pneumonia in 1- to 4-month-old foals. Learn more about this potentially deadly pathogen and how to protect your foals with these resources on TheHorse.com.
