Latest News – The Horse
Palm Beach County, Florida, EHV Quarantine Released
All the horses remaining on the premises have tested negative for the virus.
Five Sentenced in Ohio Fairgrounds Horse Abuse Case
The five were sentenced to probation in relation to the maltreatment of two horses at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds.
Research Prompts New Tall Fescue Sample Handling Procedures
The UKVDL’s new sample handling procedures appear to allow for more accurate ergovaline testing results.
What Can a Horse’s Facial Whorl Tell You?
A horse’s whorl could help predict which direction a horse will turn in response to a frightening stimulus.
Team Race Assured Finishes Fourth in Finals Competition
The Race Assured team presented a blood test which could predict injuries in horses well before serious problems occur.
Infographic: Rain Rot
Learn about this frustrating contagious equine skin disease and how to prevent its spread.
The Grass Guide: White Clover
White clover is the most widely found pasture legume in the United States.
Managing Chronic Laminitis
Horses with chronic laminitis should be closely monitored during treatment and recovery. Here’s what to consider.
South Carolina Confirms First Equine EEE Case for 2016
The affected horse from Horry County has been euthanized.
Poll Recap: Volunteering in the Horse Industry
Of the 633 respondents, 305 (48%) said they volunteer their time in the horse industry.
UC Davis Acquires First Equine PET Scanner
PET reveals activity at the molecular level and detects changes in tissue before the size or shape is modified.
Lecture to Feature New Bolton Center Medical Director
Dr. Barbara Dallap Schaer will share the latest developments at the New Bolton Center and take questions on June 7.
Is Surgery an Option for Equine Cushing’s Disease?
Researchers recently described a novel and still experimental procedure designed to treat PPID with positive results.
Supplement Use in Performance Horses
Take a look at some commonly fed supplements and the theories behind their use.
Massachusetts Horse Owners Urged to Vaccinate
Officials advise owners to ensure horses are protected from West Nile virus and Eastern equine encephalitis.
‘Lily’ Adopted
Comedian Jon Stewart and his wife Tracey adopted the mare who recovered after being abandoned at an auction barn.
