Latest News – The Horse
Nutrition Considerations When Importing Horses From Europe
Learn about feeding your new horse during transport, quarantine, and the first few weeks at his new home.
Georgia Horse Confirmed Positive for EEE
The Eastern equine encephalitis case is located in Long County.
Strangles Case Confirmed at Saratoga Race Course
Barn 66 is under quarantine.
2 Florida Horses Test Positive for EEE
The horses lived in Levy and Madison counties.
Washington Horse Positive for Pigeon Fever
The horse lives in Klickitat County.
2 Ontario Horses Test Positive for Strangles
The cases are located in Grey County and the Regional Municipality of Halton.
Connecticut Horse Contracts Equine Influenza
The horse lives in Windham County.
Colorado Horse Tests Positive for WNV
The Quarter Horse gelding diagnosed with West Nile virus lives in Douglas County.
Hauling Horses in Hot Weather
Read about how to help your horse stay cool on the trailer this summer and what to do if he overheats.
Dose Your Horse Like a Pro
Read top tips and tricks for medicating your horse with everything from antibiotics and anti-inflammatory tablets to anti-ulcer pastes and deworming medications.
Diagnosing and Treating Splints
Splint bone injuries are common in both working and pastured horses. Here’s what you should know.
Help, My Horse Got Kicked!
Learn why horses get kicked, how veterinarians treat kick injuries, and tips on preventing them.
Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy’s Effect on Equine Osteoarthritis
Researchers showed pulsed electromagnetic field therapy (PEMF) might temporarily reduce lameness and inflammation associated with equine osteoarthritis.
Understanding Hindgut Problems in Horses
The equine hindgut breaks down fiber, which makes up most of the horse’s diet. Learn how diet and management can affect this important part of your horse’s GI system.
The Never-Ending Hoof Abscess
Why do some hoof abscesses heal quickly while others linger? Why do some keep coming back? Two horse hoof experts answer these questions and more.
Dealing With Equine Colic: Here Are 33 Do’s and Don’ts
Do you know what to do–and just as importantly, what not to do–if your horse displays vague, mild, or serious signs of what might be colic? Your answer could save your horse’s life. Sponsored by Kentucky Performance Products.
