Latest News – The Horse
Practical Reproduction Studies of 2015
A recap of studies on topics ranging from prostaglandin treatment of mares to semen quality in stallions.
Fact Sheet: Thrush in Horses
Thrush is a common, smelly hoof diseases can affect any horse. Download this free fact sheet to learn about the clinical signs, treatment options, prognosis, and methods of prevention.
Horses Working in Mexican Garbage Dump to Receive Assistance
The Brooke USA is helping horses working in a garbage dump and recycling center in San Martin, Mexico.
New Mexico EHV Update: 28 Horses Test Positive
Meanwhile, one horse in Arizona that was euthanized after developing neurologic signs tested positive for the virus.
EHV-1 Confirmed in DuPage County, Illinois
Illinois officials have reported that several horses tested positive for neurologic equine herpesvirus late last month.
Life Coach to Run BEVA Workshop to Help Horse Vets
Carolyne Crowe, BVetMed, BSc, MRCVS, will present on how vets can cope more effectively with the pressures of practice.
UK Study Vital in Leptospirosis Vaccine Development
Researchers recently celebrated the culmination of years of work with the release of a vaccine for equine leptospirosis.
The Grass Guide: Bermudagrass
This grass has average nutrient quality, but its persistence and high forage yields makes it ideal for horse pastures.
UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Morgan Pyles
Pyles is studying the effects of the maternal diet on the colonization of intestinal bacteria in the foal.
Phosphorus in My Horse’s Diet: What is it Good For?
In a nutshell, phosphorus is an essential nutrient that horses cannot live without. Here’s what you should know.
An Equine New Year’s Resolution: Better Pasture Management
Focusing efforts on pasture management could have positive impacts on our horses, our wallets, and the environment.
Can a Stall-Side Test Confirm Synovial Structure Infections?
Using one stall-side SAA test to evaluate synovial fluids can be a useful adjunct to diagnosis, researchers found.
2015 WEVA Congress Wrap-Up
Learn about colic, joint health, nutrition, and more from our 2015 World Equine Veterinary Association Congress coverage.
Turf Paradise Racetrack Quarantined Due to Potential EHV-1
The quarantine requires all horses at the track to remain and prevents new horses from arriving for at least 21 days.
Horses Removed from North Carolina Rescue Operation
Forty horses are receiving rehabilitative care after they and more than 500 other animals were seized by authorities.
Understanding Round and Square Bale Hay for Horses, Part 2
Here, we’ll take a look at small square bales–the most common form of hay for horses.
