Latest News – The Horse

Canker Hoof Infections Make Cranky Horses
Canker is a chronic and painful infection of the frog of the hoof. Learn how veterinarians treat and prevent it.

Readers, Staff Share Why They’re Thankful
Take time this Thanksgiving to reflect about the people, experiences, and horses that you’re thankful for.

Meet the U.S. Army Caisson Horses
These iconic horses serve an important role and receive meticulous consideration when it’s time for them to retire.

The Horse Readers, Staff Share Why They’re Thankful
Take time this Thanksgiving to reflect about the people, experiences, and horses that you’re thankful for.

Hot Topics in Hoof Care, Part 2: Shoeing the “Normal” Hoof
A farrier explains what a “normal” horse hoof is supposed to look like and how it affects shoeing.

Is There Such Thing as a Highly Sensitive Horse?
Is it possible that some horses, like people, are born with a highly sensitive nervous system?

Rib Fractures and Performance Horse Discomfort
In one study 15 affected horses presented with a sudden change in ridden behavior, but only one had a history of trauma.

Oklahoma Reports Two More Equine WNV Cases
Fourteen Oklahoma horses have tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV) this year.

Gulfstream Park Released From EHV-1 Quarantine
All horses in the high-risk barns tested negative and no additional cases were detected during the 14-day quarantine.

Poll Recap: Fall Vaccine Boosters
Of the 412 respondents, 193 (47%) said their horses received boosters for equine herpesvirus and influenza this fall.
TAA Accredits 27 Thoroughbred Aftercare Groups in 2016
The TAA now has 64 accredited organizations operating at more than 180 facilities across the United States and Canada.
Iowa State Student to Receive $75,000 Veterinary Scholarship
Alaina Kringen will receive the $75,000 Coyote Rock Ranch Veterinary Scholarship from the AAEP Foundation.

Improving the Standard Tieback Technique
Surgeons have honed a new approach to correct airway collapse in horses.

Florida Man Arrested for Selling Horsemeat
Manuel Coto-Martinez is facing multiple charges after selling horsemeat to undercover law enforcement officers.
UKVDL Announces Holiday Hours, Altered Testing Schedule
The laboratory will have modified hours and a slightly altered testing schedule for the upcoming holidays.

Understanding Healthy Foals’ Caloric Requirements
Foal nutrition can be complicated, making it important for owners to understand newborns’ nutritional needs.



