Latest News – The Horse
The Incredible Equine Neck
Find out how your horse can hurt his neck, risks for injury and disease, and associated therapies, so you can give your horse the best chance for a strong neck and an athletic future.
Challenging Nature on Equine Infectious Diseases
A pathologist shares his thoughts on evolving microbes and how researchers are working to control associated disease.
TCA Announces June 2016 Award of Merit Winners
Recipients include Michele Rodriguez, Remember Me Rescue, and New Start for Horses/Pennsylvania HBPA.
Huffhines Elected to AHC Board of Trustees
Craig Huffhines is the executive vice president of the American Quarter Horse Association.
Equine Congenital Cardiovascular Anomalies
Congenital cardiovascular malformations are rare in horses but can have serious implications.
2016 Fly Mask Mishap Contest: Editors’ Picks
Readers submitted photos of their horses’ worn, torn, and destroyed fly masks. Here are some of our favorites.
Charges Filed in 40-Horse Seizure Case in Virginia
Authorities also found the carcasses of four horses on the Nottoway County property.
Miniature Horse Basics: Small Size, Big Responsibility
If you’re considering a Miniature Horse as a pet or companion, remember that a small size doesn’t mean less upkeep.
12 Facts About Bisphosphonate Use In Horses
Certain bisphosphonates are approved for treating navicular syndrome in horses. Learn about these drugs originally used to treat osteoporosis in humans.
Winners Announced for TheHorse.com’s Fly Mask Mishap Contest
TheHorse.com Facebook fans selected their favorite “Fly Mask Mishap” photos from the submitted entries.
Grade 1 Winner Halo America Dead at 26
The pensioned broodmare was euthanized July 7 at Old Friends due to declining health.
FEI Decides on 2015 Endurance Prohibited Substance Case
The horse Lunatica tested positive for two prohibited substances: propranolol and dexamethasone.
Progesterone as a Diagnostic Tool During Equine Pregnancy
Veterinarians can use progesterone diagnostically to evaluate luteal function during early pregnancy.
Utah Horse Owners: Take Precautions Against WNV
Rising temperatures and mosquito populations prompted officials to encourage owners to vaccinate horses against WNV.
BLM to Present Talk on Wild Horses in Wyoming
The event will take place July 9 at the National Historic Trails Interpretive Center, in Casper.
Behaviorist: Train According to Horses’ Ethology, Cognition
Consider horses’ unique abilities and needs to carry out welfare-friendly, efficient training, one researcher says.
