Latest News – The Horse
Horse Feed Storage and Preservation
Learn how to store hay and grain properly—keeping nutrients in and mold, rodents, and spoilage out.
Nutritional Management Strategies for Insulin Dysregulation
New research on insulin dysregulation highlights how pasture NSCs, forage intake, and grazing muzzles can help reduce laminitis risk in horses.
Colic in Senior Horses
Learn about colic considerations specific to senior horses, especially those with underlying health issues such as metabolic problems.
Oregon Horse Euthanized After Contracting Strangles
The horse was admitted to a veterinary hospital in Marion County.
Ontario Filly Dies After Contracting Strangles
The filly lived at a private facility in Grey County and became sick after another horse returned from a large training facility that recently had a strangles outbreak.
3 Montana Horses Test Positive for Strangles
The horses live in Sweet Grass County, where 70 horses have been exposed.
Oklahoma Quarter Horse Tests Positive for EHV-1
The mare lives in Wagoner County, and tracing efforts have not identified any additional cases to date.
Getting Ahead of Thrush
Learn about this common hoof condition from farriers and horse owners who have managed it.
The 3 Worst Threats to Your Horse’s Skin—and What to Do About Them
An essential part of any grooming routine is staying alert to conditions that can compromise dermatological health.
Horse Leg Protection: Yea or Nay?
Weigh the risks and benefits of various types of boots and wraps before strapping them to your horse’s legs.
New Recheck Option Expands IDPPID Program for Ongoing Management
Spring testing window now open; equine veterinarians can reassess newly diagnosed horses undergoing treatment.
Equine Health Emergencies: Plan Ahead for Best Outcomes
If you spend any time with horses, eventually you will run into some type of emergency, and it’s best to be prepared.
Vesicular Stomatitis Outbreak Update: First Affected Premises Confirmed in Colorado
The premises is located in Montezuma County.
5 Secrets to Stronger Hooves
Genetics aren’t destiny when it comes to hoof quality. Here’s how diet, exercise, and a few specific measures can transform even the weakest feet.
When Do Horses Need Colic Surgery?
Two veterinarians explain when a horse might need colic surgery and how your veterinarian might determine this on the farm.
EHV-1 Explained
Learn more about equine herpesvirus-1, its clinical signs, and how it spreads.
