Latest News – The Horse
North Dakota Pony Tests Positive for WNV
The pony lives in Burleigh County and is recovering.
What Are Sidebone and Ringbone in Horses?
Learn about two different and unrelated processes that present as firm swellings in the horse’s pastern region.
The Role of Carbohydrates in Horse Feed
Discover which horses can benefit from higher carbohydrate levels in their diets and the feeds that can supply them.
Horse Trailering Safety Tips
Safe horse transport depends on proper vehicle maintenance, thoughtful trailer selection, responsible driving, and effective emergency preparedness. Read more in The Horse‘s Summer 2025 issue.
Georgia Horse Tests Positive for EEE
The horse with Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) is located in Telfair County.
Michigan Mare Tests Positive for Strangles
The mare lives in Leelanau County.
Which Omega-3 Sources are Best for My Horse?
Vegetable- and marine-based sources can provide your horse with essential omega-3 fatty acids. Consider these factors when choosing an omega-3 supplement for your horse.
Colorado Friesian Tests Positive for WNV
The horse lives in Weld County.
Unvaccinated Ontario Mare Contracts EEE and Is Euthanized
The mare lived in Wellington County.
Why is My Horse Reluctant to Lie Down?
Learn how osteoarthritis can affect a horse’s comfort lying down and getting up in this Ask TheHorse Live excerpt.
Unvaccinated Colorado Filly Tests Positive for WNV
The Quarter Horse filly lived in Montrose County and was euthanized after contracting West Nile virus.
Feeding Broodmares
An equine nutritionist explains how a broodmare’s nutritional needs change during her pregnancy.
Washington Horse Tests Positive for Strangles
The horse lives in Kittitas County.
2 Maryland Horses Confirmed Positive for Strangles
The horses live in Montgomery and Anne Arundel counties.
Georgia Horse Tests Positive for WNV
The horse lives in Fulton County.
Adding Salt to Your Horse’s Diet During Summer
Make sure you choose the right type and amount of salt to support your horse’s health—especially during extreme heat.
