Latest News – The Horse
Researchers Reveal Chinese Horses’ Origins
The modern Chinese horse originated from horses introduced to China from elsewhere, as well as local stock.
10 Skin Tumor Resources on TheHorse.com
While some lumps and bumps are typically of little consequence, others can pose serious problems. Learn more.
Mare and Foal Nutrition
Can I use alfalfa pellets or beet pulp to meet my mare and her 7-month-old foal’s calcium requirements?
California EHV: No New Cases on Nov. 15
Twelve horses at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center remain in quarantine.
Rood & Riddle’s New Florida Surgical Facility Taking Shape
The Wellington facility will open to clients on Nov. 18. The new surgical facility should be completed in early 2017.
BLM, University of Wyoming to Study Wild Horse Movement
Radio collars will help researchers learn more about horses’ seasonal land use, migration patterns, and herd movements.
Hot Topics in Hoof Care, Part 1: Horse Hoof Biomechanics
Find out how physics plays an important role in how the horse’s hoof works and adapts to force.
Poll Recap: Weighty Feed Options
Of the 758 respondents, only 106 (14%) said they weigh everything their horse gets to eat.
New Equine EEE Case Confirmed in Marion County, Florida
The 15-year-old Paint mare was vaccinated in years prior but had not been vaccinated recently. She is recovering.
Wild Horse Sanctuary Must Rehome Horses Before Dec. 1
Any horses and burros not adopted by Dec. 1 will be sold at auction.
Equine Asthma Syndrome
Is your horse struggling to breathe? Equine asthma might be the cause.
Rib Fractures: A Surprising Cause of Horse Lameness
Rib fractures can cause problems even when there’s no history of trauma or obvious signs indicative of a fracture.
Horses at Work: Lifestyles of Working and Service Horses
Horses that plow, heal, or protect have distinctly different lifestyles than the average riding horse.
WNV Equine Case Confirmed in Kentucky
The Powell County horse is Kentucky’s seventh equine WNV case in 2016.
Help Your Senior Horse Weather the Winter
Ensure your golden oldie gets the care and support he needs, even if he’s weathered previous winters without trouble.
Cold Weather Horse Colic
With cold weather comes complicating factors that could increase horses’ colic risk.
