Latest News – The Horse
Minnesota Confirms WNV Case, Wisconsin Reports EEE Case
The Minnesota horse is recovering, but the Wisconsin horse was euthanized after failing to respond to treatment.
Dawn Davis Joins ELCR Board of Directors
The ELCR is a national organization dedicated to saving land for all equine-related activity.
Study: New Zealand Racehorses More Likely to Finish Races
Researchers believe they’re honing in on why these horses are more likely to finish races than those in other countries.
BLM Hauls Water to Wild Horses in Eastern Nevada
The agency is supplementing spring sources impacted by drought to prevent further declines in animal health.
Rio 2016 Paralympics: Gold for Norway as Lubbe Back on Top
Norway’s Ann Cathrin Lubbe and Donatello took home the first gold of the Rio 2016 para-dressage competition.
Poll Recap: Horses Learning From Each Other
The majority of respondents said they’ve used more experienced horses to help inexperienced ones through new situations.
TIP Program Announces 2016 Non-Competition Award Winners
Big Saga was named Thoroughbred of the Year. Three individuals share the Young Rider of the Year Award.
‘Romeo’ Tops TheHorse.com’s Sun-Sensitivity Contest
TheHorse.com Facebook fans selected Romeo as the overall winner of the “Help! My Horse is Sun-Sensitive” contest.
Help! My Horse is Sun-Sensitive Contest: Editors’ Picks
Readers submitted stories and photos of their sun-sensitive horses. Discover how they protect their horses from the sun.
Equine Nutrition Survey for South Dakota Horse Owners
Researchers say responses from the survey will help gauge horse owners’ and managers’ understanding of equine nutrition.
Equine WNV Case Numbers Rising
New York, Oklahoma, and Wisconsin have all reported new cases within the past week.
BLM Nixes Surgical Spay Plan
Also, a wild horse and burro advisory board resolution might result in the euthanasia of animals in holding facilities.
Castration: A Crucial Part of Responsible Ownership
Being a responsible horse owner involves deciding if and when castration is appropriate.
Rio Paralympics: Britain Takes Command of Team Competition
Following Monday’s tests Great Britain leads the team competition, ahead of Belgium and Germany.
AAEP Foundation Announces Laminitis Research Funding
The foundation will support two research projects investigating support-limb laminitis.
How to Prevent Sand Colic in Horses
Dr. Erin Denney-Jones suggests management techniques to reduce the chance of your horse suffering from sand colic.
