Latest News – The Horse
Do Grazing Muzzles Stress Out Horses?
One study presented at the 2019 Equine Science Society Symposium found the answer. Also learn about how vibration plates really affect horses, if GPS accurately measures horse speed, and more.
Bisphosphonates: Why the Drama?
Research suggests that bisphosphonates can effectively help control clinical signs associated with navicular syndrome in horses, but there’s less research on off-label use. Here’s what to know.
Mud Management: Key to Horse Health, Safety During Wet Weather
Experts offer tips for mud management on farms and how to keep horses and their hooves healthy when faced with copious wet weather.
Maximize Forage Time Without Overfeeding
Read about research into increasing the time horses spend eating (a good thing) without feeding them too much (a bad thing), along with more take-homes from the 2019 Equine Science Society Symposium.
Happy and Unhappy Horses at Home
Has any research been done regarding what horses might like and dislike about their homes?
BLM Seeking Comments on Twin Peaks HMA Wild Horse, Burro Management
The BLM is seeking input on a preliminary environmental assessment analyzing a range of alternatives for managing wild horses and burros on public lands along the California-Nevada border.
EIA in British Columbia: One Case Confirmed
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency confirmed that a horse from the Squamish-Lillooet Regional District, Subdivision B, was EIA-positive on May 29.
Horses Really Don’t Like Citrus
What flavors do they like? Find the answer and read other nutrition tidbits from the 2019 Equine Science Society Symposium.
New IUD for Suppressing Estrus in Mares
Researchers successfully tested a drug- and hormone-free approach for suppressing estrus in mares they say is safe, easy, and doesn’t affect future fertility.
EIA in Idaho: Case Confirmed in Canyon County
The Idaho State Department of Agriculture said a horse transported back to Canyon County from Washington in May tested positive for EIA.
8 Horse Colic Take-Homes from the ESS Symposium
Surgeon Dr. Anthony Blikslager shares his perspective on preventing horse colic.
Prepurchase Exams for Upper-Level Sport Horses
There’s no getting around it: Horses—especially those expected to perform at a high level—are risky purchases. But a thorough prepurchase exam can help give you confidence that you’re making the right investment for your scenario. Here’s what practitioners look for during prepurchase exams for upper-level sport horses.
Hereditary Eye Problems Not a Problem in Some Horse Breeds
Horses of some breeds with limited gene pools are at risk of developing health issues due to inbreeding. But researchers found that this isn’t the case when it comes to eye problems in a 400-year-old Czech breed, researchers say.
Do Horses on Pasture During the Day Need Hay at Night?
Horses with grassy turnouts graze all day, so they don’t need extra forage when they’re stalled at night, right? Not so fast, our nutritionist says. Here’s why.
Retained Fetal Membranes in Mares: Pros and Cons of Manual Removal
A recent study showed that controlled manual removal of retained fetal membranes in mares had a relatively low risk for both normal foaling and high-risk mares. But this technique isn’t without complications.
Managing Postpartum Metritis in Mares
The main goals when treating metritis (inflammation of the uterine wall) in mares are to control bacterial growth, evacuate uterine contents, and prevent complications. Here’s how vets accomplish these goals.
