Latest News – The Horse

Feeding Horses after Moving States
Equine nutritionist Dr. Nettie Liburt answers a listener’s question about transitioning horses from hay and alfalfa to pasture grass after a move from California to Texas.

Researchers Study Supplement’s Effects on Gastric Ulcers
Researchers found that one supplement was not inferior to omeprazole in several areas in their study.

Equine Food Allergy Testing Evaluated
Researchers recently determined that some standard laboratory and commercial allergy tests for horses are not reliable.

How to Own a Horse Without Breaking the Bank
While you can’t cut costs in all areas, here are several ways to reduce your horse-related expenses.
Kentucky House Passes Estray Horse Bill
The legislation would reduce the number of days Kentucky counties must keep estray animals in their custody.

Equine Nutrition in America: Perceptions and Practices
Researchers recently evaluated how well the horse industry uses the available resources to improve feeding practices.

Neurologic EHV-1 Confirmed in Ontario Horse
A horse from the Regional Municipality of Waterloo has tested positive for neurologic equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV).

Four Tips for a Fly-Free Spring
A coordinated insect control approach can help keep horses as fly-free as possible this spring.

Old Friends Debuts ‘Equidoodles’ by Equine Champions
These abstract paintings by celebrated Thoroughbred retirees will debut in an exclusive eBay auction starting March 1.
Oregon Horse Herd Seized
Authorities have seized nearly 40 allegedly maltreated horses from a farm in Dallas, Oregon.
The DIY Test for SI Disease
When covering veterinary conferences, there’s always that one presentation that stands out among the rest. At the 2014 American Association of Equine Practitioners convention held
FEI Removes UAE Endurance Events from Official Calendar
The FEI took an emergency measure to protect horse welfare and to preserve the integrity of its rules and regulations.

Aquatic Exercise’s Effect on Equine Osteoarthritis
Underwater treadmill therapy can significantly improve balance control in horses with osteoarthritis.

Shock Wave Therapy
Dr. Scott McClure presents about shock wave therapy for horses, explaining what a shock wave is and how it can help horses.

Graded Stakes Winner Williamstown Dead at 25
The 25-year-old son of Seattle Slew was euthanized Feb. 25 due to complications with equine protozoal myeloencephalitis.

Are Horses Smart or Not, or Good or Bad?
Dr. Nancy Diehl weighs in on how to tell if a horse is intelligent, or whether he’s inherently good or bad.