Latest News – The Horse
Poll Recap: Headshaking Horses
Of the 356 respondents, 148 (42%) said they’ve owned or managed a headshaker.
New, Quicker Atypical Myopathy Test Allows Earlier Treatment
Time is of the essence when diagnosing and treating atypical myopathy as it can prove fatal in less than two days.
Can Horses Digest Fat Without a Gallbladder?
Our nutritionist explains how horses break down dietary fat despite not having a gallbladder for bile storage.
Four Ohio Horses Test Positive for EHV-1
The Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) reported Feb. 2 that it has confirmed equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) cases in four horses at separate locations around the state.
Turfway Park Barn Quarantined After EHV Diagnosis
A 3-year-old Thoroughbred found unable to rise in his stall was euthanized after testing positive for EHV-1.
Study: Horses With Sand Colic Have ‘Excellent’ Prognosis
Both medical and surgical management resulted in more than 94% of treated horses surviving to discharge from one hospital, researchers found.
Managing Umbilical Remnant Complications in Foals
Researchers found that surgical correction of a patent urachus or infected umbilical remnants often has a good outcome.
Preventing Problem Behaviors During Veterinary Procedures
Here’s how vets can carry out five common mildly aversive procedures using learning science and behavior modification techniques.
Active to Retired: Caring for the Senior Horse
Keep your senior horse healthy on the outside and inside. Join us for a one-hour overview on the most important healthcare considerations for your senior horse.
Kidney Disease in Foals Due to Leptospirosis
If foals are diagnosed and treated early they generally have a fair to good chance to make a full recovery.
Equine Corneal Ulcer Cytology: Why and How
Cytology allows vets to correctly diagnose a corneal ulcer’s underlying cause and institute appropriate therapy.
U.S. Farriers Join RVC Equine Locomotor Research Course
The course is designed to educate farriers about producing original research, increase the evidence-base behind farriery, and enhance equine welfare.
Behavior Problems in Mares: Ovaries Aren’t Always to Blame
Removing the ovaries won’t fix other issues, from static shock to bladder adhesions, that can make mares behave badly.
Equine Hoof Supplements
Does your horse have healthy hooves? Learn how nutrition and hoof supplements can help in this special guide.
EEE Confirmed in St. Johns County, Florida, Horse
The 2-year-old Miniature Horse gelding with an unknown vaccination history developed clinical signs on Jan. 10 and was euthanized on Jan. 16.
A Shorter RLP Application Time Is Still Effective
A 15-minute tourniquet application was sufficient to achieve peak synovial amicacin concentrations in the coffin joint.
