Latest News – The Horse
Morgan Horses Die in Clark County, Kentucky, Barn Fire
Three retired mares and a stallion died in a Clark County, Kentucky, barn fire on Sunday.
Officials Confirm Four More Equine WNV Cases in California
These bring the total number of confirmed equine WNV cases in California to five so far this year.
WNV in Colorado Horses: First Case of 2018 Confirmed
A Larimer County horse has been diagnosed with West Nile virus; this is the first case of WNV in Colorado horses confirmed in 2018.
Signs of Botulism in Adult Horses
Dr. Daniela Luethy outlines the signs a horse might have botulism, including muscle weakness, lethargy, and the inability to eat.
Support for U.K. Veterinarians Seeking Work-Life Balance
Work-life balance for the equine veterinarian who’s also a parent requires planning, patience, good boundaries, and in many cases, a flexible employer. To help, four U.K. vets launched an initiative called MumsVet in 2016.
Routine Horse Vaccinations: Essential for Good Equine Health
Routine horse vaccinations are one of the easiest and most efficient ways to protect equids’ health against potentially fatal infectious diseases.
Tendon Problems in Old Horses: What Goes Wrong?
Researchers have determined that the matrix—a stretchy, sticky, weblike structure within the tendon—loses its resistance over time. This could play a role in tendon problems in old horses.
Parasites in Horses: Managing Common ‘Worms’
Learn about the lifecycles of common found parasites in horses and how to manage them.
Decreased Bone Density and PPID in Horses: Is There a Link?
In recent years, veterinarians have started observing pathologic fractures, which are caused by a weak bone structure, in horses with PPID.
Botulism Killed My Broodmare and Her Unborn Foal
Think botulism can’t happen to your horses? Think again. An owner describes her mare’s battle with the deadly disease.
Emergency 911: Horse Show Edition
Critical conditions such as colic, injuries, and dehydration can strike when you’re at a competition with your horse. Here’s how to handle them.
Impact of Dosage and Diet on Omeprazole Efficacy
A brief period of fasting prior to omeprazole administration could help maximize drug absorption and, thus, efficacy.
High-Tech Equine Research
Find out how equine researchers are using the latest gadgets and gizmos to diagnose lameness, collect data, and more.
Genuine Reward, Son of Genuine Risk, Euthanized at 25
Genuine Reward, one of only two living offspring produced by Kentucky Derby winning-filly Genuine Risk, was euthanized Aug. 16 at Old Friends.
‘Welfare-Friendly’ Whip Use in Standardbred Racing Doesn’t Diminish Performance
Researchers determined that modifications in whip use rules, aimed toward more ethical use had no negative effect on Standardbreds’ racing performance or race times.
Horse is Suing His Former Owner for Neglect
If successful, the case will be the first to establish that animals have the legal right to sue their alleged abusers in court.
