Latest News – The Horse
Back From the Brink: Refeeding Malnourished Horses
Meet 3 horses successfully rehabilitated after being malnourished, and learn about the efforts made to save them from neglect.
Finding the Right Fit When Buying a Horse
Equine behavior consultants and researchers share 8 important criteria to consider when shopping for the perfect horse.
Complete Feeds vs. Ration Balancers: What’s the Difference?
One’s designed to be the horse’s whole diet, while the other is meant to complement his forage ration. Which is best for your horse?
11 Equine Lameness Prevention Tips
Veterinarians and farriers emphasize individualized maintenance for preventing lameness and promoting long-term horse soundness.
Feeding the Athletic Senior Horse
Many senior horses remain active into their later years. Adjusting nutrition—opting for quality protein, fiber, fat, and antioxidants—supports health and performance.
How to Protect Horses From Respiratory Disease
Vaccination, biosecurity, and sound barn management practices reduce the risk of equine respiratory disease and support faster recovery.
2 Rhode Island Horses Test Positive for Strangles
The horses live at a stable in Providence County.
2 Equine WNV Cases Confirmed in Kentucky
There have now been seven confirmed equine West Nile virus cases in the state this year.
Unvaccinated Utah Yearling Contracts WNV
The filly lives in Davis County and has recovered from the disease.
Is Your Horse Getting Enough Sleep?
What is good-quality sleep, and how much do horses need? Researchers offer advice on helping horses get enough sleep.
Horse Hoof Stressors
Two veterinarians passionate about hoof care share tips for identifying and dealing with hoof stressors they encounter most frequently.
Strangles Case Confirmed at Ohio Boarding Facility
One horse has tested positive for the disease, and three horses are suspected to be positive.
2 Ontario Horses Test Positive for EEE
Ontario has now seen seven confirmed EEE cases in 2025.
Diagnosing Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome
Equine gastric ulcer syndrome (EGUS) can only be definitively diagnosed through gastroscopy by a veterinarian. Sponsored by Endoscopy Support Services.
6 Pennsylvania Horses Test Positive for WNV
The West Nile virus cases are located in Berks, Lancaster, Lawrence, Mifflin, Snyder, and Union counties.
Equine WNV Case Confirmed in Saskatchewan
One horse in Laird was confirmed positive for the disease.
