Latest News – The Horse

Sunspot Spooking
Find out why horses spook at sunspots on the ground and what you can do to correct this behavior.

New Year’s Resolutions for Maximizing Horse Health in 2015
Here are five ways to help your horse stay healthy and happy through the new year.

How are Horses with Kissing Spines Treated?
Dr. Rachel Buchholz describes different treatment and management options for horses diagnosed with kissing spines.

The Horse‘s Top Videos of 2014
Here are the 10 most viewed videos of 2014. Did your favorites make the list?

The Horse’s Top Slideshows of 2014
Before we jump into 2015, we’ve taken a few minutes to tally TheHorse.com’s most viewed slideshows of 2014.

BLM Seeks Comments on Proposed Wild Horse Gather
The BLM is seeking comments on a proposed wild horse gather in the Fish Creek herd management area, in Nevada.

Prepurchase Exams Can Reveal Cardiac Problems
Learn about the cardiac abnormality one veterinarian identified during a prepurchase exam and if it was a deal breaker.

A Love-Hate Relationship
Learn why a horse gets bullied by her herdmate.

Poll Recap: Holiday Traditions
Of the 433 respondents, 128 (30%) said they hang a stocking for their horse.
Feds Seek Seizure of Crundwell Trophies
Prosecutors hope to seize competition trophies and other items belonging to convicted embezzler Rita Crundwell.

CSU Receives $42.5 Million Gift for Regenerative Medicine
John and Leslie Malone committed $42.5 million to develop regenerative medical therapies for animals and people.
Young At Heart
When we’re young, we typically celebrate our birthdays to the fullest extent: parties with friends; gifts galore; and as much cake, candy, and treats as

Where are we Headed with Wobbler Syndrome?
Despite all that is known, important questions still remain about wobbler syndrome.

Racetrack Injury Prevention
Over the years there’s been a trend toward declining average starts for racehorses. Dr. Horohov presents possible reasons why.
Settlement Reached in Florida Horse Deaths
Owners of horses that ingested recalled feed have reached a settlement with Lakeland Animal Nutrition Inc.

Do Horses Need Biotin for Healthy Feet and Coats?
Equine nutritionist Dr. Clair Thunes addresses listener questions about using biotin to improve hoof and coat health.