Latest News – The Horse
Washington Confirms First Equine WNV Case of 2016
The unvaccinated 2-year-old mare from Grandview is showing neurologic signs of disease.
New Insight on How Surfaces Impact Horses’ Limbs
Researchers found that hard surfaces, shallow footing depths, and compacted footing could increase horses’ injury risk.
Virginia Confirms Third Equine EEE Case of 2016
The affected horse–a mare from Chesapeake with an unknown vaccination history–died a day after contracting EEE.
Karen Donley and Royal Patron Take 2016 Tevis Cup
Also, Lisa Ford and GE Cyclone received the Haggin Cup, which recognizes the horse in the most superior condition.
Horse Castration: What Could Possibly Go Wrong?
There are health risks for horses being castrated, but vets and owners can work together to manage them.
Practicing Science-Based Horse Husbandry
Practical ways to improve your horse’s welfare, based on discoveries from the growing field of equitation science.
What’s New in Equine Standing Surgery?
One equine surgeon reviews the growing trend toward surgery in the standing horse rather than in anesthetized patients.
BLM Colorado to Hold Hearing on Motorized Equipment Use
The public hearing will focus on discuss the use of motorized vehicles in managing wild horses in Colorado.
Horse Health Research Continues at 2016 Tevis Cup
Researchers will again be studying horses’ hydration status and how it relates to ride completion or noncompletion.
Kentucky Agriculture Officials to Study Equine Welfare Laws
Officials will explore ways it can help counties expedite how they carry out equine cruelty investigations.
Bromont, Canada, Will Not Host 2018 World Equestrian Games
The FEI said the contract to host the event in Canada has been terminated due to ongoing financial issues.
Hyperinsulinemia in Horses: What to Watch For
Researchers identified several disease predictors, including advancing age, laminitis, and a cresty neck, among others.
Knowing When to Retire an Arthritic Horse
Dr. Dave Frisbie of Colorado State University shares his thoughts on retiring horses due to arthritis.
California Confirms Second Equine WNV Case for 2016
The unvaccinated filly from Sacramento County is recovering.
Florida Confirms New EEE Case in Washington County Horse
The adult pony, which had no known vaccine history and no recent travel history, was euthanized July 9.
Lightning Strike Kills Horse at North Carolina Trailhead
A lightning strike is being blamed for death of a horse tied to a trailer at a popular trail riding destination.
