Latest News – The Horse
Do Pectin and Lecithins Help Equine Gastric Health?
Many gastric-support supplements include pectin and lecithins. Find out how they might help horses with EGUS.
Charcoal Could Help Horses At Risk for Atypical Myopathy
Activated charcoal administered via a nasogastric tube might help stop the intoxication process that leads to death.
Most Foals Do Well in Cold Environments
Weanlings turned out with shelter access had no more respiratory issues than those housed in warmer stables during a harsh Finnish winter.
Study Shows Racehorse Performance Not Affected by Hendra Vaccine
Researchers evaluated 1,154 Thoroughbreds’ Timeform ratings and performance before and after vaccination and detected no difference in form.
New Bolton Center Lifts EHV Quarantine, Resumes Normal Operations
Penn Vet’s clinic has resumed normal operations and is admitting equine elective and emergency patients with minimal restrictions.
Common and Uncommon Ovarian Abnormalities
Knowing which ovarian abnormalities are benign and which are pathogenic can help vets manage mare successfully.
A Horse’s Stifled Senses
A reader wonders if there’s a connection between a horse’s spooky behavior and hearing impairment.
10 Foal Care Resources on TheHorse.com
Ensure your foal has a smooth start to life and prompt treatment of any issues that might arise.
Get Ready For Your Foal!
Do you have a foal due? Learn how to prepare your mare for foaling, care for your newborn, and spot issues early.
Another King County, Washington, Stable Under EHV Quarantine
This case, confirmed in a horse that recently shipped from Oregon, is not related to ones diagnosed in December 2017 at a different facility.
Kentucky EHV Update: No New Cases Confirmed
The two horses at Turfway Park that tested positive for EHV earlier in the week have been isolated at a private facility.
Assessing Horse Well-Being With the ‘Five Domains’
The domains focus on horses’ nutrition, environment, health, behavior, and mental experiences.
Feeding Upper-Level Event Horses
Three-day event horses have unique nutritional needs. Four-star eventer Buck Davidson describes what goes into feeding these high-performance horses.
What Conformation Strengths Should I Look for in an OTTB?
Dr. Janik Gasiorowski and Steuart Pittman share what they look for when evaluating an OTTB prospect’s conformation.
Trailer Safety Check
Trail-riding and horse-camping expert and author Bonnie Davis demonstrates how to perform a safety check on your horse trailer before hitting the road.
How to Check Your Horse’s Pulse
Being able to describe your horse’s vital signs to your vet can be a life-saver during an emergency. In this video, Dr. Tom Casselberry, of Fairfield Calif., demonstrates how to check your horse’s pulse.
